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Ireland business visa

A short stay Business Visa covers meetings, trade shows, contract negotiations and fact-finding visits.

Ways to get a Ireland business visa

  1. Business Visa

    Visa needed

    Travellers attending meetings or trade shows, negotiating agreements or contracts, or making fact-finding visits in Ireland.

    Entries
    Single or multiple entry.
    Fee
    €60 for single entry; €100 for multiple entry. Fee exemptions apply.
    1. Apply at an Irish embassy or consulate before travelling.
    2. Submit fingerprints if you are aged 6 or over and live in China, Hong Kong, India, Nigeria or Pakistan.

Who needs it

Business travellers who do not qualify for an entry visa exemption must apply before travelling.

Who doesn't

Travellers who qualify for an Irish entry visa exemption do not need an entry visa.

How to apply

  1. Apply at an Irish embassy or consulate before travelling.
  2. Submit fingerprints if you are aged 6 or over and live in China, Hong Kong, India, Nigeria or Pakistan.

Good to know

  • The stated purposes are meetings, trade shows, negotiating agreements or contracts, and fact-finding visits.

Questions

Do I need a business visa for Ireland?

Business travellers who do not qualify for an entry visa exemption must apply before travelling. Travellers who qualify for an Irish entry visa exemption do not need an entry visa.

How much does a Ireland business visa cost?

€60 for single entry; €100 for multiple entry. Fee exemptions apply.

How do I apply for a Ireland business visa?

1. 1. Apply at an Irish embassy or consulate before travelling. 2. 2. Submit fingerprints if you are aged 6 or over and live in China, Hong Kong, India, Nigeria or Pakistan.

What rules do I have to follow on a Ireland business visa?

The stated purposes are meetings, trade shows, negotiating agreements or contracts, and fact-finding visits.

Does my passport change whether I need a business visa for Ireland?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Ireland visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a business visa for Ireland be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Ireland business visa rules?

On Ireland's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my business visa once I am in Ireland?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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