Ireland Visit & Tourism Visa Checklist 2025–2026 — Documents Required

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From 1 June 2026: Short-stay visa appeals have been abolished. If refused, you must submit a new application — you cannot appeal. See new rules →

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1. Application form

AVATS online form — complete first

2 items

Required

Completed online AVATS visa application form

Print, sign and date after completing online at irishimmigration.ie

Required

Application fee payment receipt

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2. Passport & identity

Valid passport is the single most important document

3 items

Original

Original passport

Valid for at least 6 months after planned departure from Ireland, min. 2 blank pages

Copy

Copy of all stamped/visa pages

Original

Previous passports if applicable

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3. Purpose of visit documents

Evidence of why you are coming to Ireland

4 items

Required

Signed cover letter

State reasons for travelling, planned itinerary, names/addresses of family or friends in Ireland or UK if visiting any

Conditional

Invitation letter from host in Ireland (if visiting family/friends)

Host's full name, address, contact number, nature of relationship. Copy of host's passport or IRP card

Conditional

Hotel / accommodation bookings

If not staying with family or friends

Required

Return flight itinerary

Evidence of planned departure from Ireland

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4. Financial evidence

Prove you can fund your stay and have reason to return home

3 items

Required

Bank statements — 6 months prior to application

Showing sufficient funds to cover your stay including accommodation, food, transport

Conditional

Evidence of employment or income

Pay slips (3 most recent), employer letter confirming employment and approved leave. If self-employed: business registration, accounts

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Tax returns / financial statements (if self-employed)

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5. Ties to home country & additional documents

The most common reason for refusal is insufficient proof you will return home

4 items

Required

Strong ties to home country

Property ownership deeds, tenancy agreement, evidence of employment, family responsibilities — showing you will return

Conditional

Travel insurance

Not required at application stage but must have at arrival. Some officers request it pre-decision

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Previous visa refusals

Must declare any refusal from any country. Original letter required

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Two passport-sized photographs

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Biggest reason for refusal: Visa officers must be satisfied you will leave Ireland before your permission expires. Strong employment, property ownership, or family ties in your home country are the most important evidence you can provide.

Not legal advice. Requirements may vary by nationality, embassy, and individual circumstances. Always verify the latest requirements at irishimmigration.ie before submitting your application. CitizenshipCalculator.com is not affiliated with the Irish Government.