Irish visa for Thai citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Thai 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 Thai citizens to enter Ireland for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Ireland e-visa for Thai citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Ireland visa on arrival for Thai citizens | Not Available | |
Ireland tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Thai 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 Thailand, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ireland nearest your place of residence.
- Bangkok: The Embassy of Ireland in Bangkok, Thailand (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 10 minutes)
Ireland visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ireland diplomatic mission offices to Thailand for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Thailand traveling to Ireland from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Thailand) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 48,156 | N/A |
| 2009 | 43,134 | -10.43% |
| 2010 | 42,804 | -0.77% |
| 2011 | 45,780 | 6.95% |
| 2012 | 45,300 | -1.05% |
| 2013 | 49,560 | 9.40% |
| 2014 | 52,878 | 6.69% |
| 2015 | 57,168 | 8.11% |
| 2016 | 60,600 | 6.00% |
| 2017 | 62,028 | 2.36% |
| 2018 | 65,556 | 5.69% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Ireland & Thailand comparison
Ireland's area is approximately 68,890 km2 (26,598 sq mi), while the area of Thailand is approximately 510,890 km2 (197,255 sq mi). This means Thailand is 7.42 times bigger than Ireland.
As of November 2025, Ireland's population is ~5.2 million people - 65,455,707 fewer people than the population of Thailand.
We have highlighted Ireland & Thailand’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ireland | Thailand | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 5,216,770 | 70,672,477 | 65.5 million fewer people live in Ireland than Thailand |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 87 | 98 | Ireland has 11 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Thailand. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 135 | 35 | Ireland passport holders can visit 100 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 82 | 144 | Irish hosts 62 fewer foreign missions than Thailand. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Thailand travel to Ireland in one year?
The number of visitors from Thailand visiting Ireland in 2018 was approximately 65,556.
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- Travel time: 23 hours 56 minutes
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