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Do India passport holders need a visa to visit IE?

Indian passport holders need a visa before traveling to Ireland for tourism. Apply for a Short Stay 'C' visit visa online through AVATS, then submit documents and biometrics via VFS Global. India is on Ireland's visa-required list, so an ordinary Indian passport holder must obtain a Short Stay 'C' visit/tourist visa before travelling. Ireland is in the EU but NOT in the Schengen Area, so a Schengen visa does not cover Ireland and the new EU ETIAS travel authorisation does not apply here. The application is made online through the AVATS system; you then send your passport and supporting documents to a VFS Global visa application centre. A single-journey visa costs EUR 60 and permits one entry for up to 90 days; a multi-journey visa costs EUR 100 and is valid for multiple entries for up to 5 years. Processing typically takes around 4-8 weeks (longer in the April-September peak), so apply well in advance. Holders of certain UK visit visas may travel onward to Ireland under the British-Irish Visa Scheme (BIVS) or the Short Stay Visa Waiver Programme without a separate Irish visa.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Short Stay 'C' Visit/Tourist Visa (apply via AVATS)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per visit
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple (choose at application)
from issue date
Visa fee
EUR 60 single / EUR 100 multiple (+ VFS service fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
About 4-8 weeks (up to 10 weeks in peak season)
standard track
Validity
Single: one entry; Multiple: up to 5 years
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need a visa
Indian nationals are on Ireland's visa-required list. Ireland is not in Schengen, so a Schengen visa or ETIAS does not cover Ireland - you need an Irish Short Stay 'C' visa.
· Visa required· Not Schengen
/02
Create an online application on AVATS
Complete the visa application on Ireland's online AVATS system (avats.inis.gov.ie). Answer all questions honestly, then print and sign the summary application form.
· AVATS online
/03
Pay the visa fee and book VFS appointment
Pay the EUR 60 (single) or EUR 100 (multiple) government fee plus the VFS Global service fee, and book an appointment at your nearest VFS Global Ireland visa application centre in India.
· EUR 60 / EUR 100
/04
Submit documents and biometrics
Within 30 days of creating the AVATS application, attend VFS Global to submit your passport, signed form, photos, financial proof, travel/accommodation details and insurance, and give biometrics.
· Within 30 days· VFS Global
/05
Wait for processing
Applications are forwarded to the Embassy of Ireland for a decision. Allow about 4-8 weeks, longer during the April-September peak. Do not book non-refundable travel until decided.
· 4-8 weeks
/06
Collect passport and travel
Collect your passport with the visa from VFS. The visa allows you to seek entry; the immigration officer at the Irish port of entry makes the final admission decision.
· Entry not guaranteed
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended departure, with blank pages
required
Completed and signed AVATS summary application form
required
Two recent passport-size colour photographs (Irish/ICAO spec)
required
Signed cover letter explaining purpose and itinerary of the trip
required
Proof of sufficient funds (6 months personal bank statements)
required
Confirmed accommodation bookings for the whole stay
required
Return/onward flight reservation and day-by-day itinerary
required
Travel medical insurance covering the trip
recommended
Proof of ties to India (employment letter, leave approval, property)
recommended
Previous passports / visa history (UK, US, Schengen)
recommended
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Single-journey 'C' visaEUR 60One entry, stay up to 90 days; non-refundable
Multiple-journey 'C' visaEUR 100Multiple entries, valid up to 5 years; non-refundable
VFS Global service fee~INR 1,800-2,000Per applicant, varies by centre
Optional VFS add-onsVariesPremium lounge, courier, SMS, photo - optional
Total estimateEUR 60 + ~INR 1,900 — EUR 100 + ~INR 2,000+incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing
About 4-8 weeks
Normal timeline once documents reach the Embassy of Ireland; apply well before travel.
Peak season
Up to 10 weeks
April-September sees higher volumes and longer waits; apply even earlier.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Tourism and sightseeing
Holidays, visiting attractions and travelling around Ireland on a short stay.
High
/02
Visiting family or friends
Trips to see relatives or friends resident in Ireland.
High
/03
Short business trips or meetings
Attending meetings, conferences or events on a short visit.
Medium
/04
Tourist transit / stopover
Short visits combined with onward travel; check if a transit visa is needed.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
India to Ireland route verified
Confirmed Indian nationals still require a Short Stay 'C' visa for Ireland via AVATS/VFS; fees EUR 60 single / EUR 100 multiple; Ireland remains outside Schengen so ETIAS does not apply.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Indian citizens need a visa to visit Ireland?—
Yes. India is on Ireland's visa-required list, so you must obtain a Short Stay 'C' visit visa before you travel.
Does a Schengen visa or ETIAS let me enter Ireland?+
How long can I stay on a short stay visa?+
How much does the visa cost and how long does it take?+
Can my UK visa help me enter Ireland?+
Where do I apply?+
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