🇳🇷 Nauru visa requirements for Irish citizens
Yes — Irish citizens need a visa to enter Nauru, normally arranged through an embassy or consulate before traveling.
Entry rules for Ireland passport holders
Irish citizens must obtain a visa before traveling to Nauru. Applications generally go through a Nauru embassy or consulate and require a completed form, passport photos, proof of accommodation and onward travel, and sometimes travel insurance. Start the process several weeks before your planned trip, as processing times vary.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Nauru immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The Irish passport ranks #12 worldwide, opening 164 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (121 visa-free, 36 with a visa on arrival and 7 with an eTA). Nauru is not among them — it is one of the 15 destinations that still require an embassy visa or an application before departure.
The reverse trip is easier: Nauruan citizens can enter Ireland visa-free · 90 days.
Across Micronesia as a whole, 4 of 5 destinations are open to Irish travelers without arranging a visa in advance.
About Nauru
- Capital
- Yaren
- Region
- Micronesia
- Currency
- Australian dollar ($)
- Languages
- English, Nauru
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Frequently asked questions
Do Irish citizens need a visa for Nauru?
Yes — Irish citizens need a visa to enter Nauru, normally arranged through an embassy or consulate before traveling.
What currency is used in Nauru?
The currency in Nauru is the Australian dollar ($). The capital city is Yaren.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: Visa required for Irish citizens traveling to Nauru. This page is built from the open Passport Index dataset, which was last updated on 2025-01-12. Visa rules can change between dataset updates, so always confirm with the Nauru embassy or immigration authority before booking.
More of Oceania for Irish passport holders
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Source data last updated 2025-01-12.