Lesotho visa for Irish citizens
A visa is NOT required for Irish passport holders visiting Lesotho for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Irish citizens to enter Lesotho for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Lesotho e-visa for Irish citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Lesotho visa on arrival for Irish citizens | Not Available | |
Lesotho tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Irish passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Lesotho.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Lesotho.
If you are looking for Lesotho visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Ireland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Lesotho nearest your place of residence.
- Dublin: The Embassy of Lesotho in Dublin, Ireland (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 53 minutes)
Lesotho visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Lesotho diplomatic mission offices to Ireland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Ireland traveling to Lesotho from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Ireland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,641 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,926 | 17.37% |
| 2010 | 2,386 | 23.88% |
| 2011 | 2,229 | -6.58% |
| 2012 | 2,369 | 6.28% |
| 2013 | 2,425 | 2.36% |
| 2014 | 6,042 | 149.15% |
| 2015 | 6,059 | 0.28% |
| 2016 | 6,698 | 10.55% |
| 2017 | 6,367 | -4.94% |
| 2018 | 6,569 | 3.17% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Lesotho & Ireland comparison
Lesotho's area is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi), while the area of Ireland is approximately 68,890 km2 (26,598 sq mi). This means Ireland is 2.27 times bigger than Lesotho.
As of December 2025, Lesotho's population is ~2.2 million people - 2,988,832 fewer people than the population of Ireland.
We have highlighted Lesotho & Ireland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Lesotho | Ireland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,227,938 | 5,216,770 | 3.0 million fewer people live in Lesotho than Ireland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 14 | 87 | Lesotho has 73 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Ireland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 48 | 135 | Lesotho passport holders visit 87 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 7 | 82 | Lesotho hosts 75 fewer foreign missions than Ireland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Ireland travel to Lesotho in one year?
The number of visitors from Ireland visiting Lesotho in 2018 was approximately 6,569.
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