Irish visa for Central African citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Central African passport holders visiting Ireland for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Central African citizens to enter Ireland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Ireland e-visa for Central African citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Ireland visa on arrival for Central African citizens | Not Available | |
Ireland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Central African 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 Central African Republic, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ireland nearest your place of residence.
- Abuja: The Embassy of in Abuja, ~ 1330.07 kilometers (826.47 mi) away from Bangui, Central African Republic. (Working hours: Close now).
- Kampala: The Embassy of in Kampala, ~ 1622.28 kilometers (1008.04 mi) away from Bangui, Central African Republic. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 11 minutes).
Ireland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ireland diplomatic mission offices to Central African Republic for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Central African Republic traveling to Ireland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Central African Republic) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 803 | N/A |
| 2009 | 719 | -10.46% |
| 2010 | 713 | -0.83% |
| 2011 | 763 | 7.01% |
| 2012 | 755 | -1.05% |
| 2013 | 826 | 9.40% |
| 2014 | 881 | 6.66% |
| 2015 | 953 | 8.17% |
| 2016 | 1,010 | 5.98% |
| 2017 | 1,034 | 2.38% |
| 2018 | 1,093 | 5.71% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Ireland & Central African Republic comparison
Ireland's area is approximately 68,890 km2 (26,598 sq mi), while the area of Central African Republic is approximately 622,980 km2 (240,533 sq mi). This means Central African Republic is 9.04 times bigger than Ireland.
As of November 2025, Ireland's population is ~5.2 million people - 42,846 fewer people than the population of Central African Republic.
We have highlighted Ireland & Central African Republic’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ireland | Central African Republic | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,216,770 | 5,259,616 | 42846 fewer people live in Ireland than Central African Republic |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 87 | 1 | Ireland has 86 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Central African Republic. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 135 | 21 | Ireland passport holders can visit 114 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 82 | 13 | Irish hosts 69 more foreign missions than Central African Republic. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Central African Republic travel to Ireland in one year?
The number of visitors from Central African Republic visiting Ireland in 2018 was approximately 1,093.
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Useful Information
- Dublin to Bangui: 5536.62 km (3440.29 mi)
- Travel time: 11 hours 32 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025