How to get an Ireland visa for Indians?

The Republic of Ireland is a European country. It is one of the most economically affluent countries on the planet. Thousands of Indian citizens visit Ireland for various reasons, including tourism, job, and education. The Irish government provides several visas to visitors depending on their purpose for visiting the country.

What are the visa types for Ireland?   

Tourist visa: 

A person can apply for an Irish tourist visa if they visit Ireland for tourism or take a short-term English language course. During their stay in Ireland on an Irish tourist visa, the visa holder cannot use any government-funded services. A tourist visa in Ireland is valid for a maximum of 90 days. The following documents are necessary to obtain a tourist visa approval:

1. The applicant’s original passport, which does not expire for at least six months after the date of the trip. If the applicant has any previous passports, they must also be given.
2. The visa application paperwork for the candidate.
3. Two 35X45 mm images of the applicant with a white backdrop and Matt finish. 70-80 percent of the applicant’s face should be visible in the shot. On the back of both images, the applicant should put his name and sign.
4. A covering letter from the organization where the candidate is currently employed.
5. Hotel reservations in Ireland.
6. Ticket from Ireland to any other place by plane.
7. The applicant’s daily schedule during their stay in Ireland.
8. A document that serves as proof of international travel insurance coverage.
9. Income tax returns during the previous three years for the visa applicant.
10. The last six months’ bank statement from the candidate’s bank account.
11. The salary slips for the previous three months from the organization where the visa candidate is currently employed.
12. A letter of leave from the company where the candidate is currently employed.
13. If the applicant is retired, they must present the proof of retirement to the immigration service.
14. A company registration certificate is also required for self-employed people.
15. A genuine certificate or ID is also essential for a student.
16. A No Objection Letter from the husband or spouse is required for a solitary lady traveling to Ireland. The processing time for a tourist visa to Ireland usually is around 15 working days.

Business Visa:

People traveling to Ireland to do business can apply for an Irish business visa. A business visa to Ireland is valid for 90 days. The visa applicant can attend meetings, negotiate contracts, and work for a maximum of 14 days during that time. While on a business visa, you are not permitted to use Irish public services. The following documents are required to gain acceptance for a business visa to Ireland:

1. The applicant’s original passport, which does not expire for at least six months after the date of the trip. If the applicant has any previous passports, they must be presented as well.
2. The visa application paperwork for the candidate.
3. Two 35X45 mm images of the applicant with a white backdrop and Matt finish. 70-80 percent of the applicant’s face should be visible in the shot. On the back of both images, the applicant should put his name and sign.
4. A cover letter from the Indian organization provides information such as the purpose of the trip to Ireland, the duration of the candidate’s stay in Ireland, and the organization’s profile.
5. A letter of invitation from the Irish organization with which the candidate is meant to do business should also be provided.
6. Hotel reservations are proof of your stay in Ireland.
7. Ticket from Ireland to any other place by plane.
8. The applicant’s daily schedule during their stay in Ireland.
9. A document that serves as proof of international travel insurance coverage.
10. Income tax returns during the previous three years for the visa applicant.
11. The last six months’ bank statement from the candidate’s bank account.
12. The salary slips for the previous three months from the organization where the visa candidate is currently employed.
13. A document that serves as proof of the company’s registration. The processing time for a business visa to Ireland is approximately 10-15 working days.

Family/friend visit visa:

A family/friend visit visa can be obtained by a person who has been invited to visit Ireland by a family member or friend who is a resident citizen of Ireland. The visa holder is not permitted to use any publicly sponsored services while in Ireland. The following documents are required to get a family/friend visit visa:

1. The applicant’s original passport, which does not expire for at least six months after the date of the trip. If the applicant has any previous passports, they must be presented as well.
2. The visa application paperwork for the candidate.
3. Two 35X45 mm images of the applicant with a white background and a matt finish. 70-80 percent of the applicant’s face should be visible in the shot. On the back of both images, the applicant should put his name and sign.
4. A letter of support from the organization where the candidate is currently employed.
5. Hotel reservations are proof of your stay in Ireland.
6. Ticket from Ireland to any other place by plane.
7. The applicant’s daily schedule during their stay in Ireland.
8. A document that serves as proof of international travel insurance coverage.
9. Income tax returns during the previous three years for the visa applicant.
10. The last six months’ bank statement from the candidate’s bank account.
11. The salary slip for the previous three months from the organization where the visa candidate is currently employed.
12. A letter of leave from the company where the candidate is currently employed.
13. If the applicant is retired, they must present the immigration service with proof of retirement.
14. A company registration certificate is also required for self-employed people.
15. Genuine certificate or ID is also essential for a student.
16. A No Objection Letter from the husband or spouse is required for a solitary lady traveling to Ireland. The following documentation must be submitted to the immigration service by the invitee:
17. The applicant received the original invitation letter.
18. A copy of the applicant’s visa and passport is required.
19. Proof of the invitee’s address in Ireland.
20. The invitee’s financial documents

The processing time for an Irish family/friend visit visa is typically 15 working days.

Employment visa: 

People who want to work in Ireland for a short period can apply for an employment visa. The following documents are required to obtain approval for an employment visa:

1. The applicant’s original passport does not expire for at least six months from the date of departure from Ireland. If the applicant has any previous passports, they must also be given.
2. Two 35X45 mm images of the applicant with a white background and a matt finish. 70-80 percent of the applicant’s face should be visible in the shot. On the back of both images, the applicant should put his name and sign. The photos should be no more than six months old.
3. The applicant’s signature on the visa application form. The applicant’s entire contact information should be included in the form. It should also contain details such as:
4. The applicant’s reason for visiting Ireland.
5. The length of your stay
6. Information on relatives who are now residing in Ireland or the European Union.
7. A statement from the applicant is declaring that they would respect the regulations and leave the country when their visa expires.
8. The applicant must also show documentation that they have commitments that need them to return to their home country once their Irish work visa expires. These commitments could include a property owned by the applicant in their home country or family members who are currently residing there.
9. Documents relating to medical or international travel insurance.
10. If the visa applicant has previously been denied a visa to any nation, they must submit the details. The visa applicant must also produce the original letter of refusal for the visa.
11. A valid employment permit granted by the Department of Enterprise, Trade, and Employment is also required of the candidate.
12. The applicant’s letter of appointment from the company that would employ them in Ireland.
13. The police department has issued a clearance certificate.

How can I apply for an Ireland visa from India?

Ireland Visa process from India is straightforward to finish in Click2Visas.  We only handle Business, Tourists visa types at present. Please carefully monitor the steps below:

• Choose the departure and arrival country, select the required visa type, enter your name, and click ‘CLICK TO START.’
• Verify the visa fee and terms and conditions on the next page.
• On the third page, enter your basic details in the respective field and upload the necessary documents (you can upload the documents at a later stage).
• After that, review and confirm your form’s information, then proceed with the payment. We support all types of cards for payment.
• You will receive the invoice and a confirmation mail with a link in your registered email id.
• Click the link, complete the remaining Ireland visa for the Indian application form (you can also upload the document at this stage), and submit it for processing.
• Once the visa process is completed, Click2Visas will send your visa-related documents to your email.
• Based on your Consulate’s application procedure, you can submit and collect the visa application by visit or Mail. The Embassy or Consulate will notify you about the decision made to your application.

How much is the visa fee for Ireland?

• An Indian citizen must pay Rs. 5300, excluding service expenses, for a single entry visa to Ireland.
• An Indian national must spend Rs. 9000, excluding service fees, for a multiple entry visa to Ireland.
• The cost of a transit visa is 2225 rupees.

Always check the Click2Visas visa widget for the latest fee details.

Ireland visa application Centre in India

• Ireland visa application centers are at Delhi, Ahmadabad, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Jalandhar, Chandigarh, Kolkata,  Goa, Cochin, Mumbai, Pondicherry, Chennai, and Pune.

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