Irish visa for Belgian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Belgian passport holders visiting Ireland for a short-term stay: "Freedom of movement".
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Belgian citizens to enter Ireland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | "Freedom of movement" |
| Evisa | Ireland e-visa for Belgian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Ireland visa on arrival for Belgian citizens | Not Available | |
Ireland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Belgian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Ireland.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Ireland.
If you are looking for Ireland visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Belgium, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ireland nearest your place of residence.
- Brussels: The Embassy of Ireland in Brussels, Belgium (Working hours: Close now)
- Antwerp: The Honorary Consulate of Ireland in Antwerp, Belgium (Working hours: Close now)
- Brussels: The Permanent Representation of Ireland in Brussels, Belgium (Working hours: Close now)
Ireland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ireland diplomatic mission offices to Belgium for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Belgium traveling to Ireland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Belgium) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 100,800 | N/A |
| 2009 | 107,100 | 6.25% |
| 2010 | 101,850 | -4.90% |
| 2011 | 107,100 | 5.15% |
| 2012 | 107,100 | 0.00% |
| 2013 | 101,850 | -4.90% |
| 2014 | 107,100 | 5.15% |
| 2015 | 101,850 | -4.90% |
| 2016 | 103,950 | 2.06% |
| 2017 | 105,000 | 1.01% |
| 2018 | 101,850 | -3.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Ireland & Belgium comparison
Ireland's area is approximately 68,890 km2 (26,598 sq mi), while the area of Belgium is approximately 30,280 km2 (11,691 sq mi). This means Belgium is 2.28 times smaller than Ireland.
As of November 2025, Ireland's population is ~5.2 million people - 6,627,824 fewer people than the population of Belgium.
We have highlighted Ireland & Belgium’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ireland | Belgium | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,216,770 | 11,844,594 | 6.6 million fewer people live in Ireland than Belgium |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 87 | 104 | Ireland has 17 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Belgium. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 135 | 144 | Ireland passport holders visit 9 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 82 | 259 | Irish hosts 177 fewer foreign missions than Belgium. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Belgium travel to Ireland in one year?
The number of visitors from Belgium visiting Ireland in 2018 was approximately 101,850.
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