Short Stay C visit visa
Allows foreign nationals to visit Ireland for up to 90 days for tourism, holidays, family visits, or short business trips.
Who this pathway suits
Tourists and visitors holding visa-required passports.
Eligibility at a glance
- Stay in Ireland for less than 90 days
- Demonstrate strong social, economic, or familial ties to home country ensuring return
- Sufficient funds to support stay without working or accessing public funds
- Intention to leave Ireland upon visit expiry
How the process works
- Complete AVATS online visa form
- Submit physical documents to Irish Embassy / Consulate or VFS
- Visa vignette affixed in passport
Documents you will typically need
- Valid passport, bank statements (past 6 months), employment verification letter, leave approval, itinerary, host invitation
What to keep in mind
Ireland is NOT in the Schengen area; a Schengen visa does not permit entry to Ireland (and vice versa).
Official source: ISD — Short Stay C Visa. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.
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