Ireland•EuropeShort Stay Medical Treatment Visa (Type C)
At a Glance
Processing Time
56 days
Application Fee
60 EUR
Stay Duration
Up to 90 days
Renewable
No
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for medical procedures in private hospitals in Ireland lasting up to 90 days. Requires appointment confirmation and proof that treatment cannot be obtained in home country.
The Medical Treatment visa allows individuals to visit Ireland for private medical procedures that cannot be obtained or are unavailable in their home country. Applicants must have confirmed appointments at Irish private hospitals.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months after departure months
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
6+ months validity
Passport photos
2 recent colour photos
Referral letter
From home country doctor/hospital with diagnosis
Hospital appointment letter
Confirmation from Irish private hospital with appointment details
Medical cost estimate
Detailed cost breakdown for treatment and stay
Proof of funds
Bank statements showing ability to pay for treatment
Travel insurance
Medical coverage for duration of stay
Accommodation details
Where applicant will stay during recovery
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Advantages
- Allows access to Irish private medical facilities
- No minimum financial threshold
- Clear application pathway
Considerations
- Limited to 90 days
- Private hospital treatment only
- Must prove treatment unavailable at home
- High medical costs applicant responsibility
Application Process
Schedule medical procedure
Book appointment at Irish private hospital
Obtain medical documentation
Get referral letter and diagnosis from home hospital
Obtain hospital confirmation
Get letter from Irish hospital confirming appointment
Create online application
Complete AVATS medical treatment visa form
Submit documents
Send within 30 days of online submission
Await decision
Processing takes approximately 8 weeks
Application Forms
AVATS Medical Treatment Visa Application
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