Ireland Visa Guide
from India.
Cover letters, BIVS walkthroughs, and document checklists for the Ireland Short Stay Visa. Skip the ₹50,000 consultant fee.
Ireland Visa basics for Indians.
The Ireland Short Stay C Visa allows Indian passport holders to visit Ireland for tourism, family visits, and business purposes for up to 90 days. Applications are submitted online via AVATS and processed by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS).
Types of Ireland visa for Indians.
The Short Stay C Visa covers several purposes. Select the one that matches your travel:
| Purpose | What’s Allowed | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourism | Sightseeing, holidays, visiting friends and family in Ireland | 90 days |
| Business | Meetings, conferences — no paid work in Ireland | 90 days |
| Family Visit | Visiting Irish citizens or residents | 90 days |
| Transit | Passing through Ireland to another country | As needed |
Complete document checklist.
All documents must be in English or accompanied by a certified translation. Ireland’s embassy is particularly careful about financial proof and the genuineness of travel purpose.
- Valid PassportMinimum 6 months validity beyond intended return date. Must have sufficient blank pages.
- Completed AVATS Application + Signed Summary FormComplete online at avats.inis.gov.ie. Print, sign, and date the Summary Application Form before submission.
- Recent Passport PhotographsTwo recent colour photographs. White background, matte finish, 35mm × 45mm.
- Cover LetterExplaining purpose of visit, itinerary, and commitment to return to India before visa expiry.
- Bank Statements — Last 6 MonthsConsistent balance showing ability to fund the trip. No sudden large deposits.
- Employment LetterOn company letterhead. States position, salary, and that leave has been approved.
- Flight ItineraryConfirmed return booking showing intended entry and exit dates.
- Hotel or Accommodation BookingsConfirmed accommodation for all nights in Ireland.
- Travel InsuranceMinimum €25,000 coverage. Covering the full duration of stay in Ireland.
Common refusal reasons.
| Refusal Reason | How to Fix It |
|---|---|
| Weak financial proof | Show 6 months of consistent savings. Sudden large deposits are a red flag. |
| Purpose of visit unclear | Your cover letter and supporting documents must clearly match your stated purpose. |
| Inadequate accommodation proof | Hotel bookings or a detailed invitation letter from an Irish resident are required. |
| Insufficient travel insurance | Must cover at least €25,000. General travel insurance without specific Europe coverage is rejected. |
| Inconsistent information | Dates, names, and figures must match exactly across all documents. |
How to apply from India.
Ireland visa applications are submitted online via AVATS, then physical documents are sent to the Embassy of Ireland. There is no VFS centre in India for Ireland — documents go directly to the Embassy.
Apply online at AVATS
Go to avats.inis.gov.ie. Create an account. Select Short Stay C Visa. Complete all sections carefully. Download and print the Summary Application Form.
Pay the visa fee
€60 for single entry, €100 for multiple entry. Paid online via AVATS. Keep payment confirmation.
Gather all documents
Assemble every document from the checklist. All documents must be in English or translated.
Send to Embassy of Ireland
Post or courier your signed Summary Form and all documents to the Embassy of Ireland, New Delhi. There is no in-person submission centre — documents go by post.
Wait for processing
~8 weeks from receipt of documents. Track via AVATS using your application reference number.
Receive decision
Decision communicated via email. If approved, passport returned with visa stamp. If refused, you receive a written reason.
How fast can you get it?
| Service | Processing Time | Extra Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | ~8 weeks | No extra charge | All applications |
| No priority service | Not available | N/A | Ireland has no priority or super priority option |
Everything you want to know.
- No. Ireland is not part of the Schengen Area. A Schengen visa has no validity for Ireland. You need a separate Ireland Short Stay C Visa even if you hold a valid Schengen visa.
- No. Short-stay visa refusals in Ireland cannot be appealed. The only option is to submit a fresh application addressing the reasons for refusal. This is why it is critical to get the first application right.
- No. Unlike UK or Schengen applications, Ireland visa applications from India are submitted by post directly to the Embassy of Ireland in New Delhi. There is no walk-in VFS centre.
- Up to 90 days per visit. Ireland is not bound by the Schengen 90/180-day rule — the 90-day limit applies to Ireland specifically.
- Yes. Travel insurance with minimum €25,000 coverage is a mandatory document. It must cover the full duration of your stay. Ireland-specific or Europe-wide coverage is acceptable.
- No. The Short Stay C Visa does not permit any form of paid or unpaid work in Ireland. Working on a visitor visa will result in deportation and a ban on future applications.
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