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About The Business Visa For Ireland

General Information

The Business Visa for Ireland is suitable for those who travel to the country to attend meetings, negotiations, conferences or work-related training and carry out other business activities.

This visa allows you to stay in Ireland for up to 90 days but the actual allowed period of stay is determined by the border officer upon entry based on the documents confirming the trip details.

You can also work for up to 14 days while you’re there but permission for that must be specifically requested at the time the visa application is submitted..

You can apply for the Business visa not more than three months before you intend to travel to Ireland. We recommend that you apply as soon as possible to ensure there is enough time for processing.

We will assist you with your Ireland business visa application from start to finish and boost your chances of a successful outcome.

Eligibility

You can apply for the business visa to Ireland if:

  • You intend to visit Ireland for the purpose of business
  • You intend to work for less than 14 days and you will not receive payment for that from any Irish entity
  • You hold a passport valid for at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave Ireland
  • Your stay will not exceed 90 days on each entry
Ireland Business Visa Requirements

In order to apply for the Irish business visa, you will be required to provide a number of documents. These may include:

  • Evidence of permission to reside in your current residence (if you are not residing in your home country)
  • Letter of invitation and detailed meetings itinerary
  • Letter from your employer as evidence of employment
  • Evidence of access to sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay
Ireland Business Visa Processing Time

The Irish Business Visa processing times depend on the embassy that will process your application and the number of applications they have at hand. In general, you can expect a decision within 2-8 weeks from your submission date.

Cost

Ireland Business Visa processing fee starts from

€350
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FAQ

With the Irish Business Visa you can visit Ireland in order to attend meetings, negotiations, conferences, work-related training or carry out other business activities.

If you are travelling to Ireland on a business visa, you can stay for a maximum of 90 days. The actual allowed period of stay is determined by the border officer upon entry based on the documents confirming the trip details.

To get a business visa for Ireland you are required to provide a number of documents.
The main required documents include:
– Confirmation of completed online application form
– Passport valid for at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave Ireland
– Two photos taken in the last six months
– Letter from your employer
– Letter of invitation from the Irish company
– Evidence of legal status in the country of residence (if you don’t live in your home country)
– Proof of sufficient funds
– Processing fee
The documents need to be submitted at the local embassy or visa office. In some countries submission by post is allowed while in others you will need to visit the embassy/visa office in person (an appointment might be required)

A letter of invitation is a letter signed by the company in Ireland that you are going to visit for business purposes.
It includes information about:
– The purpose of your visit and the period of stay
– Meeting itinerary
– Who will cover the trip-related expenses
– Company contact details
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