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Short Stay C Visa (Visit Family/Friend)

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

1–2 months

Estimated Cost

€160 EUR

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

3 months

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

Visa to travel to Ireland to visit family or friends for up to 90 days.

The Visit Family/Friend visa allows individuals to travel to Ireland for social purposes. It is a non-work visa that requires proof of the relationship and sufficient financial means to support the visit.

Cost Breakdown

Single Entry Visa Fee€60 EUR

Multiple Entry Visa Fee€100 EUR

Total€160 EUR

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

3 months

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must have a family member or friend in Ireland.

Must have sufficient funds.

Must have strong ties to home country.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

AVATS application summary sheet.

Current passport.

Two passport-sized photographs.

Letter of application.

Invitation letter from family/friend in Ireland.

Proof of relationship/friendship.

6 months of bank statements.

Travel/medical insurance.

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Allows for personal visits
Straightforward requirements

Worth Knowing

Strictly no work allowed
Cannot be extended
Insufficient proof of relationship
Insufficient funds

Application Process

Submit online application via AVATS.

Pay visa fee.

Submit physical documents to local embassy/VAC.

Await processing.

Application Forms

AVATS Online Visa Application

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