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Chinese Embasy in Ireland

Ambassador: Mr. He Xiangdong
Address: 40 Ailesbury Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, Ireland
Tel: +353-1-2690032
Fax: +353-1-2839938

30-Day Visa Exemption Policy for the Irish

China offers a 15-day visa-free entry to Ireland passport holders from March 14, 2024 on and this will be effective till the end of 2025. Irish citizens holding ordinary passports can go to China for business, travelling, family visits and transit without a visa. From Nov. 30, 2024, the visa-free stay period has been extended to 30 days and exchange visits become an eligible travel purpose. Irish passport holders are exempted from a visa to visit Hong Kong and Macau, China for up to 90 days.

Consular Office of Chinese Embassy in Ireland

Address: 118 Merrion Road, Dublin 4
Tel: +353-1-2196651 (available between 13:00-16:00 from Monday to Thursday, and 09:00 - 12:00, 13:00 - 16:00 on Friday)
Fax: +353-1-2196647
Email: dublin@csm.mfa.gov.cn
Office Hour: 09:00 -12:00, Monday-Thursday (except holidays)

Visa Application

If going to China for other purposes except for tourism, family visits, exchange visits, business and transit, Irish citizens still need to apply for a China visa at the China Embassy.

Regular Visa Fee (EUR)

Nationality / Types		Fees
Ireland	Single-Entry	30
	Double-Entry	45
	Multi-Entry for 6 Months	60
	Multi-Entry for 12 Months	90
The US	All types	130
Canada	All types	56
Israel	All types	19
Brazil	All types	86
Argentina	All types	105
Romannia	Single-Entry	41
	Double-Entry	56
	Multi-Entry for 6 Months	86
	Multi-Entry for 12 Months	86
Uruguay	All types	28
Panama	All types	40
Other countries	Single-Entry	25
	Double-Entry	38
	Multi-Entry for 6 Months	50
	Multi-Entry for 12 Months	75

Effective from Dec. 11, 2023 to Dec. 31, 2024.

Expedited Service Fee

The regular processing time is 4 working days. For urgent cases, the expedited service is available. Moreover, additional fees will be paid. The processing takes 2 working days. The expedited service is not available for U.S passport holders.

Basic Documents for Application

(1) One legibly, truly, completely filled Application Form
(2) One recent color passport photograph
(3) Applicant's original passport with blank pages and at least 6 months remaining validity
(4) Non-Irish Passport Holders who reside or work in Ireland also need to provide Residence and Work Permission
(5) For a child accompanying with the applicant, please offer the photo of the child

Other Requirements for Tourist (L)

(1) For sightseeing in Mainland of China, Round Trip Ticket, Confirmation of Hotel Reservation or Travel Itinerary is required.

(2) For Visiting Tibet, a Tibet Entry Permit from Tibetan Tourist Bureau is required. You'd better contact a Chinese Travel Agency to send an Entry Permit to you before submitting application.

Please contact Embassy of Ireland in PRC if Irishes are in distress there.

China Tour from Dublin Ireland

Related Chinese Embassies in Europe: Rome, Italy, Riga, Latvia, Lithuania

- Last updated on Dec. 03, 2024 by Gabby Li -

Questions & Answers on Chinese Embasy in Ireland

Asked by John Reddy from IRELAND | Oct. 29, 2024 12:48

14day holiday, staying with daughter, no hotel - Are we Ok without VISA?

Hi, my wife and I are planning to visit my Daugheter who is working as a teacher in Shanghai. Plan to stay with her and visit for 14 days, (Dec 24th 2024 till January 6th 2025). I presume we don't need a VISA, but what letter or document do we need to bring to present at Passport control in Shanghai Airport when we arrive. Thank you.

Answers (1)

Answered by Marcy | Oct. 30, 2024 01:56

You need to book a flight ticket to leave China within 15 days as a proof of no overstay and need to tell the immigration staff of the address and number of your daughter.

Asked by Don from IRELAND | Sep. 25, 2024 01:08

Do i only have to book flight to avail of 15 day free visa,and name of hotel where i will stay.#

Answers (1)

Answered by Joshua | Sep. 25, 2024 18:38

Yes, no other requirements, only round trip flight tickets and hotel reservation.

Asked by Claire Darby from IRELAND | Sep. 09, 2024 00:15

I’m going to China for 19 days staying in Shanghai hotel for a few days and then with my son l

My son teaches in Hangzhou and staying with him too
What do I need to bring from him? Is it a letter with his address and my hotel booking?

Answers (1)

Answered by Keith | Sep. 10, 2024 02:57

You need a L visa to for the 19-day stay and need an invitation letter from him for the application. And with his letter, your hotel booking is not a must.

Asked by Ian from IRELAND | May. 31, 2024 13:59

opening on June bank holiday 2024 ?

Hi - is the visa office open on Monday 3rd June (Irish bank holiday)

Answers (1)

Answered by Daniel | Jun. 02, 2024 23:05

I'm not sure because the official hasn't announced a holiday notice in June but it was open on that day in previous years.

Asked by Mirq from IRELAND | Apr. 29, 2024 15:37

Personal details

In section for Father and mother details I have selected N/A as my both parents are dead. I'm not sure is it correct as to N/A sections or I should put my parent details. I cannot find any answer anywhere.

Answers (1)

Answered by Marcy | Apr. 30, 2024 00:21

I think you can tick "Not Applicable" on the top of each section regarding your father and mother's information.