🇮🇪 Ireland visa requirements for Samoan citizens
No visa needed — Samoan citizens can stay in Ireland visa-free for up to 90 days.
Entry rules for Samoa passport holders
Holders of a valid passport from Samoa can travel to Ireland for tourism or short business trips without applying for a visa, for stays of up to 90 days. You'll typically just need a passport valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date, and you may be asked to show proof of onward travel or sufficient funds at the border.
The 90-day limit applies to the visit itself — if you plan to stay longer, work, or study in Ireland, you'll need to apply for the appropriate visa or permit before traveling.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Ireland immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The Samoan passport ranks #81 worldwide, opening 115 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (81 visa-free, 30 with a visa on arrival and 4 with an eTA). Ireland is one of them.
In the other direction, Irish citizens traveling to Samoa face a different rule: visa on arrival.
Northern Europe is fully open to Samoan travelers — all 10 destinations in the region can be entered without arranging a visa first.
About Ireland
- Capital
- Dublin
- Region
- Northern Europe
- Currency
- euro (€)
- Languages
- English, Irish
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Frequently asked questions
Do Samoan citizens need a visa for Ireland?
No visa needed — Samoan citizens can stay in Ireland visa-free for up to 90 days.
How long can Samoan citizens stay in Ireland without a visa?
Samoan citizens can stay in Ireland for up to 90 days visa-free. Longer stays require a visa or residence permit arranged in advance.
What currency is used in Ireland?
The currency in Ireland is the euro (€). The capital city is Dublin.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: Visa-free · 90 days for Samoan citizens traveling to Ireland. 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 Ireland embassy or immigration authority before booking.
More of Europe for Samoan passport holders
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Source data last updated 2025-01-12.