Ireland Extends EU Temporary Protection for Ukrainian and Other Displaced Nationals to 4 March 2027
Brazil Waives Short-Stay Visas for Irish Citizens Under Ordinance 18/2026
Middle-East Airspace Crisis Grounds Dublin–Gulf Flights, Disrupting Thousands of Irish Travellers
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Ireland Extends Temporary Protection for Ukrainian and Other Beneficiaries to March 2027
ISD confirmed on 3 March 2026 that all Temporary Protection permissions — covering most Ukrainian nationals in Ireland — are automatically extended to 4 March 2027. Beneficiaries keep unrestricted work rights, and employers avoid a looming compliance crunch. Holders must still renew their IRP cards even though the yellow certificate may show an expired date.
Brazil Opens its Doors: Visa-Free Entry for Irish Citizens from February 2026
Effective February 2026 and formally highlighted on 3 March 2026, Brazil has abolished 90-day short-stay visa requirements for Irish nationals. The change cuts cost and processing time for business trips and short assignments, prompting airlines to add capacity and opening fresh market opportunities for Irish exporters.
Government Activates Charter Flight Plan to Repatriate Vulnerable Irish Citizens from Gulf Region
On 3 March 2026 the Department of Foreign Affairs confirmed it will charter a Dublin-bound flight from Muscat to assist Irish nationals in the Gulf amid rising regional tensions. The first 280 seats will go to non-resident and vulnerable citizens, giving companies a vital evacuation option as commercial schedules fluctuate.
Tourism Ireland Leverages ITB Berlin to Court Global Operators and Boost Inbound Business
Opening day of ITB Berlin (3 March 2026) saw Tourism Ireland host 21 domestic suppliers, using the world’s biggest travel trade fair to ink deals that will feed inbound visitor pipelines through 2027. The push supports Ireland’s diversification strategy and promises better airlift and pricing leverage for corporate travel into Ireland.