240-hour visa-free transit
Ireland - China 240-hour transit eligibility
Ireland is an Atlantic island west of Britain, featuring rolling green hills and coastal cliffs, connected by Dublin (DUB). Irish passport holders can access China's 240-hour visa-free transit despite Ireland not being in Schengen.
- Region
- Western Europe
- Common departure cities
- Dublin, Cork
- Beijing time difference
- 7–8 hours behind Beijing
- Example third-place transit
- Example transit: Dublin → mainland China → a third country or region (not your departure country).
Before you transit — get China-ready
Open the full arrival checklist →Important reminders
- Visa-free entry does not allow work and cannot be extended.
- Register temporary accommodation within 24 hours after check-in.
- Tibet and some border areas may require extra permits before travel.