Visit/Tourist

Category	Form	Fee	Validity
Short stay	See Annexure Ireland-I	See Fee earlier	90 days

Documents Required
Fully completed and signed Visa Application form (in duplicate). See Annexure Ireland-I
Two passport size photographs.
Required visa application fee.
Two clear copies of ALL pages of the applicant's passport OR if the applicant holds a valid UK or Schengen visa, the original passport may be submitted.

Details as to how the applicant is known or related to the reference, and supporting evidence to this.
If the reference is not an Irish citizen, evidence of his/her permission to remain in Ireland such as, copy of GNIB card and copy of the reference passport showing immigration stamps.
Evidence of sufficient funds of the applicant to maintain himself during the stay:
A detailed bank statement covering a three months period immediately prior to the visa application, and showing sufficient funds to cover all costs required.
If the reference in Ireland is supporting the applicant:
A detailed bank statement of the reference covering a three months period immediately prior to the visa application, and showing sufficient funds to cover all costs required. Evidence of obligations to return to your country of permanent residence i.e. India following this visit, such as:
If employed:

Details of family members residing in India.
If married and or having minor children who are not accompanied with the applicant:
Marriage and/ or birth certificates..
If visiting another EU member state prior to traveling to Ireland, the relevant visa for that country should be obtained before applying for a visa to Ireland.
Group tours should submit tour itinerary and hotel booking receipts.

Notes:
1. It is advisable that the applicant have a medical/ travel insurance to covering entire duration of visit.
2. All letters submitted should be on an official company headed paper giving complete contact details for verification purposes. These must include a full postal address, name of contact person, his/her position in the company, telephone number (landline) and email address where relevant. (Email addresses such as Yahoo or Hotmail are not accepted). Website address should also be included, if available.