Transit Visa (Type C)
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Transit Visa (Type C)

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At a Glance

Processing Time

14-28 days

Application Fee

25 EUR

Stay Duration

Transit

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 transit through Irish airports or seaports to another destination. Cannot leave port/airport. For nationals requiring Irish transit visas only.

The Transit visa is for nationals of countries that require Irish visas for transit purposes only. It permits passage through Irish airports or seaports but does not allow entry into Ireland.

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Requirements

Personal

Passport Validity

6 months

Criminal Record Policy

case_by_case

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

Valid for onward journey

Onward visa

Valid visa for destination country

Flight booking

Confirmation of connecting flight

Proof of funds

For onward journey

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Advantages

  • Low cost visa
  • Quick processing
  • Straightforward requirements

Considerations

  • Transit only - cannot enter country
  • Single use only
  • Must have onward visa
  • Cannot leave airport/port

Application Process

1

Verify transit requirements

Confirm if you need Irish transit visa

2

Create online application

Complete AVATS transit visa form

3

Submit documents

Provide passport, onward visa, travel documents

4

Await decision

Processing takes 2-4 weeks

5

Collect visa

Receive stamped passport

Application Forms

AVATS Transit Visa Application

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