Irish Short-Stay Visa - Tourism for India Citizens
Irish national short-stay visa for tourism. Ireland has a Schengen opt-out and issues national visas, not Schengen visas.
Visa Overview & Eligibility Context
Ireland is in the EU but opted out of Schengen. Indian visitors need an Irish national short-stay visa, not a Schengen visa.
Visa Fees & Costs
Breakdown of mandatory and optional expenses.
| Government Visa Fee | Non-refundable | €60.00 (~₹5,460) |
| Total Mandatory Adult Fee | €60.00(~₹5,460) | |
|---|---|---|
Proof of Sufficient Funds
Official statutory subsistence thresholds and required bank balance guidelines
Show funds to cover the visit without recourse to public funds.
Applies when official prepaid hotel vouchers or booked accommodation receipts are submitted.
Required daily subsistence threshold if no hotel reservation is confirmed in advance.
If staying with private individual who provides an official town hall Attestation d'Accueil.
Calculate My Minimum Required Bank Balance
Instant statutory minimum estimate for Ireland
*Consular officers look for consistent closing balance across your last 6 months stamped bank statements.
Financial Evidence Guidelines for Indian Applicants
Consulates look for financial stability and consistent cash flow rather than sudden lump-sum deposits. Recommended supporting documents include:
- Last 3 to 6 months bank account statements, stamped and signed by the issuing bank branch.
- Last 3 months salary payslips and employment confirmation letter (if salaried).
- Income Tax Returns (ITR-V / Acknowledgement) for the past 2 assessment years.
- For self-employed: business registration certificate, company bank statements, and audited accounts.