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You need a visa for Ireland if you have a Lesotho passport

These visas exist for Ireland, but they cannot be applied for online with Lesotho nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Travelling to Ireland Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Lesotho citizens need a visa for Ireland. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Ireland 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 6+ months beyond travel dates
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Confirmed accommodation bookings
  • Travel insurance covering medical expenses
  • Return or onward travel ticket

Entry requirements for Lesotho travellers

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

  • Required

    Travelers require a passport valid for the duration of stay in

    Travelers need a valid passport to enter Ireland. The traveler's passport must remain valid throughout the traveler's stay in Ireland.

    Government of Ireland Last checked 2026-07-20
  • Not required

    Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Ireland

    Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Ireland.

    Last checked 2026-07-20
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

    Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Ireland.

    Last checked 2026-07-20
  • Required

    Transit visa

    Travelers need a visa to transit through Ireland. Travelers must obtain a paper or embassy visa from an embassy, consulate or visa center before traveling.

    Last checked 2026-07-20
  • Recommended

    Recommended travel health insurance

    Travelers are recommended to have travel health insurance when visiting Ireland. Insurance should cover the entire duration of stay.

    Ireland Home Affairs and Migration Last checked 2026-07-20

A look at Ireland

  • Colorful Georgian doors and facades along a Dublin street with Ha'penny Bridge in the background
    Dublin — Ireland's vibrant capital blending Georgian elegance with modern energy
  • Young professionals in a modern Dublin tech office with views of the River Liffey
    Dublin's tech sector offers opportunities for skilled international workers
  • Historic Trinity College Dublin Library with its famous Long Room filled with ancient books
    Trinity College Dublin — Home of the Book of Kells and centuries of learning
  • Modern Dublin Airport terminal interior with travelers and Irish welcome signs
    Dublin Airport welcomes millions of visitors to Ireland each year

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