Irish visa for Swedish citizens
A visa is NOT required for Swedish passport holders visiting Ireland for a short-term stay: Freedom of movement.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Swedish citizens to enter Ireland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Freedom of movement |
| Evisa | Ireland e-visa for Swedish citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Ireland visa on arrival for Swedish citizens | Not Available | |
Ireland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Swedish 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 Sweden, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ireland nearest your place of residence.
- Stockholm: The Embassy of Ireland in Stockholm, Sweden (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
Ireland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ireland diplomatic mission offices to Sweden for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Sweden traveling to Ireland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Sweden) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 46,330 | N/A |
| 2009 | 50,232 | 8.42% |
| 2010 | 48,281 | -3.88% |
| 2011 | 47,793 | -1.01% |
| 2012 | 46,330 | -3.06% |
| 2013 | 48,281 | 4.21% |
| 2014 | 46,818 | -3.03% |
| 2015 | 47,793 | 2.08% |
| 2016 | 46,818 | -2.04% |
| 2017 | 48,769 | 4.17% |
| 2018 | 49,256 | 1.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Ireland & Sweden comparison
Ireland's area is approximately 68,890 km2 (26,598 sq mi), while the area of Sweden is approximately 410,340 km2 (158,433 sq mi). This means Sweden is 5.96 times bigger than Ireland.
As of November 2025, Ireland's population is ~5.2 million people - 5,200,621 fewer people than the population of Sweden.
We have highlighted Ireland & Sweden’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ireland | Sweden | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,216,770 | 10,417,391 | 5.2 million fewer people live in Ireland than Sweden |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 87 | 118 | Ireland has 31 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Sweden. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 135 | 145 | Ireland passport holders visit 10 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 82 | 222 | Irish hosts 140 fewer foreign missions than Sweden. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Sweden travel to Ireland in one year?
The number of visitors from Sweden visiting Ireland in 2018 was approximately 49,256.
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