Types of Visa and Documentation
What sort of Visa do I need?
The following checklists outline the requirements of the most common types of visa applications
Short Stay
- Visit Visa
- Family Members of EU/EEA/Swiss citizens applying under Directive 2004/38/EC
- Business Visa
- Conference Visa
- Exam/Interview Visa
- Performance Visa
Long Stay
A comprehensive list of the different visa types that are available, and the documentation required in respect of each, is available from the INIS website
If you are applying for a business visa and it's being processed by an Embassy or Consulate, you should have a decision within 10 working days, provided all of your documentation is in order.
For ease of reference, separate links for some of the most common visa types are set out below.
Travelling to Ireland as a tourist
If you are a Visa-required national and you would like to visit Ireland for a short period (90 days or less) you will find useful guidelines and details of requirements for Visit/Holiday Visa applications from INIS
For further information on tourism in Ireland please visit the website of Tourism Ireland
Travelling to Ireland on business
Business Meeting
If you are a Visa-required national and coming to Ireland for a business meeting you will find useful guidelines and details of requirements for Business Visa applications on INIS
Conference
If you are a Visa-required national and coming to Ireland for a conference, you will find useful guidelines and details of requirements for Conference Visa applications on INIS
Starting a Business in Ireland
If you are a Visa-required national and you wish to set up a business in Ireland, you will require Business Permission from the Department of Justice and Equality, prior to applying for your visa. Find more information on the INIS website
Studying in Ireland
If you require an entry visa for Ireland and would like to study here, you will find useful guidelines and details of requirements for Study Visa applications on INIS
For further information on studying in Ireland: