You do not need a visa for Germany if you have an Irish passport

No visa needed

Irish citizens can enter Germany without applying for a visa in advance. Check your passport validity and any onward-travel requirements before you fly.

Visa-free

Frequently asked questions

Do Irish citizens need a visa for Germany?

No. Irish citizens can enter Germany without applying for a visa in advance.

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What Germany may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 3+ months beyond planned departure from Schengen
Travel insurance minimum EUR 30,000 coverage
Proof of funds: EUR 45/day minimum
Confirmed accommodation for entire stay
Round-trip flight reservation or itinerary

Entry requirements for Irish travellers

These rules apply specifically to Irish passport holders entering Germany as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
A travel document is required to enter Germany by air
Travelers need a valid passport or national ID card to enter Germany by air.
European Union Last checked 2026-07-24
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Germany
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Germany.
Last checked 2026-07-24
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Germany.
Last checked 2026-07-24
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required for transit
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test when transiting through Germany.
Last checked 2026-07-24
Not required
Transit visa is not required
International travelers don’t need a visa to transit through Germany.
Last checked 2026-07-24
May be required
Entry requirements for traveling with pets (dogs and cats)
Travelers should check with their airline for pet transport requirements before traveling, as policies differ. Dogs and cats traveling into the EU from outside the EU must meet entry requirements that vary by country of origin. Pets must be microchipped and vaccinated against rabies. Additional requirements may apply depending on where travel originates. Travelers can check the specific requirements for their country of origin on the EU government's pet travel page. Travelers bringing other animals should check the national rules of their destination country directly.
EU Pet Entry Requirements Last checked 2026-07-24