Ireland Short Stay (C) Visa: 2026 Guide for Indians
The Short Stay (C) visa allows visits to Ireland of up to 90 days for tourism, business or visiting family. As Ireland is outside Schengen, this visa is specific to Ireland. A clean application turns on clear purpose, sufficient funds and evidence of intent to return.
Short Stay Visa: Key Facts At-a-Glance
Below is a summary of processing times, statutory criteria, and typical point thresholds for Indian applicants pursuing the Short Stay Visa (Ireland).
| Visa Metric | Details & Requirements |
|---|---|
| Visa Subclass | Short Stay Visa (Short stay - up to 90 days) |
| Avg. Processing Time | 2 - 8 weeks (indicative) Months |
| Government Fees | INR EUR 60 single / EUR 100 multi (INR 5,500 approx.) |
| English Language Min | Not required |
| Visa Validity | Up to 90 days |
Why Apply for this Visa Path?
- Flexible purposes: tourism, business and family visits.
- Family visits: visit relatives studying or working in Ireland.
- Business travel: attend meetings, conferences and short engagements.
Detailed Entry Requirements
To apply under this Ireland visa track from India, your credentials must fulfill the following regulatory criteria:
- 1Purpose & itinerary: Clear travel purpose, dates and accommodation/invitation evidence.
- 2Funds: Sufficient funds for the visit.
- 3Ties to India: Evidence of intent to return (employment, family, assets).
Step-by-Step Filing Workflow
Every applicant from Bangalore/India follows this standardized workflow to file their visa application securely:
Define purpose and dates
Establish a clear itinerary or invitation and timing.
Assemble funds and ties evidence
Prepare financial and ties-to-India documentation.
Lodge the short stay visa
Submit the application with the supporting file.
Parents' visit to Ireland secured with a clear ties file Category: Visitor Visas | Visa: Short Stay Visa (C visa)
The Client: An Irish-resident professional wanted his parents in Kochi to visit for his graduation ceremony, but the family had previously assumed a Schengen visa would suffice.
The Challenge: Ireland is outside Schengen, so a separate Irish visa was needed - and the application had to evidence clear purpose and intent to return around a fixed date.
How We Handled It: Clarified that an Irish Short Stay (C) visa was required, not a Schengen visa. Built a clear-purpose file around the graduation with invitation and itinerary. Documented strong ties to India to evidence intent to return.
The Result: Both parents received their Irish visas and attended the graduation, returning to India on schedule. The clean approval supported easier future travel. **Why It Matters:** A common Ireland mistake is assuming Schengen coverage - it doesn't apply. Applying for the correct Irish visa with a strong ties file is what secures these family visits.
Verify Ireland immigration rules directly from official government sources.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are critical questions and details regarding target timelines and scores for this visa path.
What is the Ireland short-stay (C) visa for?
Visits of up to 90 days for tourism, business meetings and conferences, or visiting family and friends. It does not permit work or long courses - for stays beyond 90 days you need the long-stay (D) visa tied to a specific purpose.
How much does the Ireland short-stay visa cost?
About EUR 60 for a single-entry and EUR 100 for a multiple-entry visa (roughly INR 5,500-9,200), plus VFS service charges. Some nationalities are exempt from fees, but Indian applicants generally pay the standard amounts. Confirm current fees before applying.
What documents do I need?
A valid passport, proof of funds, travel and accommodation details, travel insurance, and evidence of ties to India showing you will return. Family or business visits add an invitation and the host’s status or company details.
Does Ireland accept a UK or Schengen visa?
Ireland is not in the Schengen area, so a Schengen visa does not cover Ireland. Under the British-Irish visa scheme, some Indian visitors with a valid UK visa may travel to Ireland - we confirm whether you qualify or need a separate Irish visa.
Check Your Ireland Visa Eligibility
Submit your details for this specific Short Stay Visa visa track. Our Bangalore team (Koramangala HQ) led by Director Ms. Nahid Hussain will evaluate your credentials and reply directly on WhatsApp with your exact points audit.