Ireland (Irish Republic; Eire) United Kingdom

CTA

Common Travel Area (Ireland & UK) 2 Countries

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Region Overview

Common travel, residence, work and services for IE and UK.

Work Rights

Members can work across this region.

Residence Rights

Members can live long-term under this region.

Short-stay

Unified short-stay access applies.

2 CTA Countries

Policy

Full mutual residence/work rights for IE and UK citizens.

What this means

  • Residence is allowed across member states under this region.
  • Employment is permitted across the region without extra bilateral steps.
  • Short-stay travel is unified for members. Often up to 90 days in 180.

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