Ireland: Extension of the Suspension of Visa-Free Travel for Refugees 

Key Points  

• Ireland extended current suspensions on visa-free travel options for individuals under refugee status 

Overview  

The government of Ireland extended current suspensions on visa-free travel options for individuals under refugee status. As a result, individuals with refugee status will require a visa to travel to Ireland.  

However, the visa-waiver arrangements for people fleeing the war in Ukraine remain unaffected. 

What are the Changes?  

The Irish government extended measures that require people holding refugee status to obtain a visa before traveling to the country. These extended measures will remain in effect until July 2024. The original extension was put into place in July 2022.  

According to the government announcement, this decision was made in response to the fact that many people with refugee status already resided in another European Union (EU) country before traveling to Ireland.  

Looking Ahead  

The government will review the policy in 12 months. Continue to check the government of Ireland’s website and Envoy’s website for the latest updates and information.