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Ireland Visit & Tourist Visa from Dubai, UAE

Tourism and family-visit visas to Ireland for up to 90 days.

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Processing time
Commonly several weeks, so apply well ahead of travel
Indicative cost
Short-stay visa fees are modest, plus visa-centre service charges; verify current figures before applying
Family
Spouse & children included
Apply from
Dubai / UAE

Short-stay 'C' visit visa

The Short-stay 'C' visit visa is one of the routes UAE residents use to reach Ireland. This page sets out who the route is for, the eligibility criteria, the documents you will need, indicative costs and timelines, and the step-by-step process, so you can decide whether it fits your situation before you commit.

Tourism and family-visit visas to Ireland for up to 90 days. If you are applying from Dubai or anywhere in the Emirates, The Migration Station can assess your profile honestly and prepare a complete, well-evidenced application.

Who the Ireland Visit & Tourist Visa is for

UAE residents travelling to Ireland for tourism or to visit family

Business travellers attending meetings, conferences or events

Applicants who can show genuine visitor intent and funds

Ireland Visit & Tourist Visa: eligibility requirements

  • A valid passport and evidence of funds for your stay
  • A clear purpose such as tourism or a family visit, with accommodation arranged
  • Ties to the UAE or home country showing you will leave at the end of the visit
  • A valid passport with adequate remaining validity
  • Proof of purpose such as an itinerary, bookings or an invitation
  • Evidence of sufficient funds for your trip
  • Strong ties to the UAE showing you will return

Documents usually needed

Valid passport and recent passport photographs
UAE residence visa and Emirates ID copies
Completed application forms for the chosen route
Confirmed travel itinerary and accommodation bookings
Bank statements showing sufficient funds
Employment or business proof and a no-objection letter
Invitation letter where you are visiting family or a company

Exact requirements depend on your route and are confirmed at your assessment.

Benefits of the Ireland Visit & Tourist Visa

Efficient processing

Document-light applications with a reasonable turnaround for eligible UAE residents.

Multiple-entry options

Eligible travellers can secure long-validity, multiple-entry visas where the rules allow.

Family included

Bring your spouse and dependent children, with rights to live and travel in Ireland.

Guided, end-to-end support

A dedicated case manager helps with your documents, forms and submissions from the first assessment to a decision.

The Ireland Visit & Tourist Visa process, step by step

  1. 1

    Free eligibility assessment

    We evaluate your profile against every Ireland visit visa route and confirm the strongest, most realistic pathway for you.

  2. 2

    Strategy & document checklist

    Your case manager maps out the route, timeline and exact documents you need, tailored to your situation.

  3. 3

    Preparation & evidence

    We help you gather, organise and verify your evidence so your file is complete, consistent and compliant.

  4. 4

    Application & submission

    We complete and lodge your application, then track its progress and respond to any requests from the authorities.

  5. 5

    Approval & travel

    Receive your visa and travel with confidence, with support if any follow-up is needed.

Ireland Visit & Tourist Visa: frequently asked questions

No. Ireland is not in the Schengen Area, so an Irish visa does not cover Schengen countries, and a Schengen visa does not cover Ireland. A limited short-stay visa waiver programme exists for some travellers already holding a UK visa, and we confirm whether it applies to you.

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