India visa requirements for Irishs

Travel and visa requirements

Indian Visa is not required for Irishs

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Ireland passport holders can travel to India for a period of 90- days by applying for an e-visa. The e-visa costs about US$80.
  • Tourists with the e-visa can gain entry to India through 28 airports and 5 seaports.
  • Foreigners are advised to have applied for the e-visa, at least four days before departure. 
  • Intending visitors are to show a valid passport of a minimum of 6 months beyond the date of India. The passport should have at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • The import and export of foreign currencies are unlimited, however, amounts exceeding $ 5,000 or its equivalent would be declared.
  • Also, the importation and exportation of the local currency of India are set at a maximum of INR 25,000.
  • Citizens of Ireland with firearms require an Import Permit from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation in India.
  • Minors visiting alone are required to have a consent letter signed by both parents or guardian.
  • Irish visitors will also be required to show a recent bank statement has as evidence of having enough money to spend while in India.
  • Nationals of Ireland are advised to get treated against common illnesses before travelling to India.
  • Visitors from Ireland visiting India with pets (dogs and cats) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health certificate issued in Ireland.
  • Intending visitors can get to India from any international airport in Ireland. There are international airports in Knock and Cork.
  • Etihad, British Airways, KLM and Multiple Airlines are some of the airlines that fly from Ireland to India.
  • The estimated flight time from Knock to New Delhi, India is 14 hours, 45 minutes, and from Cork, it is 11 hours, 20 minutes.
  • India has a temperate and tropical climate. It has four major seasons which are summer which is from March to May, winter from December to February, monsoon from June to September and post-monsoon also known as northeast monsoon which is from October to November. 
  • Cows do wander freely in the streets of India even in major cities. They are harmless, so tourists are advised to give them room. Also, Indians value their cows and respecting these cows can prevent a bad relationship with the locals.
  • Hinduism, Christianity and Islam are the major religions in India. Other religions like Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism are also present in the country, although as a minority.
  • The Indian rupee is the official currency used in India. Visitors can various banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.
  • India is a country with hundreds of languages spoken in the country. It has no national language.  Hindi and English are however the official languages.
  • Tourists are advised to budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses while in India.
  • The Taj Mahal, The Holy City of Varanasi, Harmandir Sahib and The Golden City are some of the places tourists can visit while in India.
  • India uses India Standard Time (GMT+5:30). India is 5 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Ireland.
  • Indians use a head wobble to mean "yes" or agree to something and also as a form of greeting. Learning to do this could benefit a visitor's interaction with the locals
  • Transportation in India can be done with buses, train, taxis and small boats. 
  • The power and socket plug used in Singapore are of Type  C, D and M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Special delicacies tourists can try while in India are butter chicken, alu gobi, rogan josh and samosas.
  • Tourists are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Juhu Beach in Mumbai safe at night?

Juhu Beach is one of the most famous beaches in India, with lots of Bolly celebrities visiting it. The beach is safe to visit both during the day and at night.

What is the distance between Juhu beach and Mumbai airport?

The distance between Mumbai Airport and Juhu Beach is 4km and a drive down takes about 24 minutes.

Which classical Indian dance is traditionally performed by men?

Indians are generally known for their songs and dances. Kathakali is the classical Indian dance traditionally performed by men.

What are the dishes to enjoy in India?

Special delicacies tourists can try while in India are butter chicken, alu gobi, rogan josh and samosas. Visitors are to note that sometime they might have to eat with their bare hands while in India.