The changes take effect from today, 12 May 2025, though transitional arrangements are in place for those who already have travel plans bringing them to the State before 31 May 2025.

Justice minister Jim O’Callaghan said: “Visa requirements are an effective screening measure to determine who can travel to Ireland. They bolster the security of our borders while permitting travel to Ireland for legitimate purposes.

“To minimise disruption, my officials will have transitional measures for those with existing travel arrangements in the next few weeks.”

Colm Brophy, minister of state for migration, added: “This is a carefully considered decision which will bring Ireland into closer alignment with the United Kingdom.

“While Ireland will continue to operate an independent visa regime, keeping in step with the requirements of the United Kingdom protects our common travel area and dissuades irregular movements.”

Nationals of Trinidad and Tobago have been advised to check www.irishimmigration.ie for further information.