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Do Philippines passport holders need a visa to visit IE?

Yes — Philippine ordinary passport holders need a visa to visit Ireland for tourism. Apply online for a Short Stay 'C' Visit/Tourist visa via AVATS, then submit documents at VFS Global in Manila. Ireland requires Filipino ordinary passport holders to obtain a visa before travel; there is no visa-free, visa-on-arrival, eVisa or ETA option for the Philippines. The relevant visa is the Short Stay 'C' Visit (Tourist) visa, allowing stays of up to 90 days. Note that Ireland is NOT part of the Schengen Area — an Irish visa is separate from any Schengen visa and does not cover Schengen travel, and ETIAS does not apply to Ireland. The Philippines is also not eligible for Ireland's Short Stay Visa Waiver Programme (which lets certain nationals enter Ireland on a UK visa) nor the British-Irish Visa Scheme (open only to Chinese and Indian nationals). Applications start online at the AVATS portal, after which the printed summary, passport and supporting documents are lodged at VFS Global in Manila. Fees are EUR 60 (single entry) or EUR 100 (multiple entry), with a possible VFS service charge. Apply well ahead — at least 8-12 weeks before travel.
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 (visa required)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry
from issue date
Visa fee
EUR 60 (single) / EUR 100 (multiple)
consular fee only
Processing time
About 4-8 weeks (apply 8-12 weeks ahead)
standard track
Validity
Single: one entry within 90 days of issue; Multiple: up to 5 years
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Create an AVATS account and complete the online form
Go to the Irish Immigration AVATS online portal and complete the Short Stay 'C' Visit (Tourist) visa application with your passport details, travel dates and purpose of visit.
· Online· AVATS portal
/02
Print and sign the application summary sheet
After submitting online, print the generated summary/declaration sheet and sign it. This must be lodged with your documents within 30 days.
· Signature required
/03
Gather supporting documents
Prepare passport, photos, cover letter, proof of funds (6 months bank statements), travel and accommodation bookings, and evidence of ties to the Philippines (employment, property).
· Document checklist
/04
Book and attend a VFS Global appointment in Manila
Schedule an appointment with VFS Global Philippines to submit your passport, signed summary sheet and documents, and to pay the visa and service fees.
· VFS Global Manila· In person
/05
Pay the visa fee and wait for processing
Pay EUR 60 (single) or EUR 100 (multiple) plus any VFS service charge. Processing typically takes several weeks; longer in peak season.
· Fee payment
/06
Collect your passport and check the visa
Retrieve your passport from VFS, verify the visa dates and entries, and carry all supporting documents when you travel as the visa does not guarantee entry.
· Border control discretion
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Philippine passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay, with blank pages
required
Completed AVATS online application and signed summary sheet
required
Two recent passport-sized photos meeting Irish specifications
required
Signed cover letter stating purpose, itinerary and intention to leave
required
Bank statements for the last 6 months proving sufficient funds
required
Confirmed round-trip flight reservation
required
Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or host invitation)
required
Evidence of ties to the Philippines (employment letter, property, family)
required
Travel medical insurance for the trip
recommended
Previous travel history / used visas (UK, Schengen, US)
recommended
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Short stay single-entry visaEUR 60One entry, up to 90 days from date of issue
Short stay multiple-entry visaEUR 100Multiple entries, valid up to 5 years
VFS Global service chargeapprox. EUR 20-30Per-application handling fee, varies; payable locally
Optional courier / SMS / premium loungevariesOptional VFS add-on services
Total estimateEUR 60 — EUR 130incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing
About 4-8 weeks
Normal AVATS + VFS route. Decisions are made by the Irish visa office; no guaranteed timeframe, so apply early.
Peak-season buffer
8-12 weeks
Allow extra lead time during summer and holiday periods when application volumes are high.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Philippines is a visa-required nationality for Ireland
Filipino ordinary passport holders are not on Ireland's visa-exempt list and must obtain a visa before travel.
High
/02
Ireland is not in the Schengen Area
An Irish visa is separate from a Schengen visa; ETIAS does not apply, and a Schengen visa does not permit entry to Ireland.
High
/03
Not eligible for the Short Stay Visa Waiver Programme
The Philippines is not among the listed countries, so a UK visa does not by itself allow visa-free entry to Ireland.
Medium
/04
Not covered by the British-Irish Visa Scheme
BIVS single-visa travel to the UK and Ireland is open only to Chinese and Indian nationals.
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
Philippines to Ireland route verified
Confirmed via the Embassy of Ireland (Manila), Irish Immigration Service Delivery and Citizens Information that Filipino ordinary passport holders need a Short Stay 'C' Visit visa (EUR 60 single / EUR 100 multiple), that Ireland is outside Schengen/ETIAS, and that the Philippines is not in the Short Stay Visa Waiver Programme or BIVS.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Filipinos visit Ireland without a visa?—
No. Philippine ordinary passport holders must obtain an Irish Short Stay 'C' Visit/Tourist visa before travel. There is no visa-free entry, visa-on-arrival or eVisa for the Philippines.
Does a Schengen visa or ETIAS work for Ireland?+
Can I use a UK visa to enter Ireland?+
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