Overview of the Ireland Family Visit Visa Visa

Purpose
To visit family or friends, including attending family events and social gatherings.

Visa Validity
90 Days

Maximum Stay
Upto 90 days

Processing Time
Usually, 25-30 working days

Visa Fee (BDT)
7,950 (Single) / 13,500 (Multiple)
Note
*You can pay your visa fees through a demand draft.* Visa fees are non-refundable and subject to change*.
Who can apply for an Ireland Family or Friends Visit Visa?

Bangladeshi citizen & Residents
Must have a valid Bangladeshi passport.

Invitation Letter
Have a valid invitation letter from any close relatives living in Ireland.

Clear Travel Purpose
Must have genuine intentions to visit and return to Bangladesh
Ireland Family or Friends Visit Visa Application Process for Bangladeshi Citizens

Step 1: Choose Your Visa Type
Visit the official Irish Embassy website in India.
Select Family or Friends Visit Visa as your visa category.

Step 2: Complete the Application Form
Fill out the online AVATS application form.
Enter all required and accurate details.
Download and print the completed form.
Sign the printed application form.

Step 3: Appointment Requirement
No appointment is required for the Ireland family or friends visit visa application.

Step 4: Pay Visa Fees
Pay the Ireland family or friends visit visa fee via On-Demand Pay.
Make the payment at an ICICI Bank branch in India.
Keep the payment receipt for application submission.

Step 5: Prepare Documents
Collect all required visa documents.
Ensure documents meet embassy guidelines.
Translate non-English documents.
Notarize documents where required.
Review the complete set before submission.

Step 6: Submit Documents
Submit your application and documents to the Embassy of Ireland in India.
Submission can be done:
In person, or
Through an authorized representative.
Biometrics are not required.

Step 7: Visa Decision
Wait for the embassy to process your family or friends visit visa application.
Processing time may vary by case.

Step 8: Passport Collection
Receive a visa approval or passport collection notification.
Collect your passport from the Ireland Visa Application Centre (VAC).
Collection locations:
New Delhi
Kolkata
Required Documents for an Ireland Family or Friends Visit Visa
Tips for a Successful Ireland Family or Friends Visit Visa Application

Secure an Invitation Letter
A valid invitation from your relatives in Ireland is mandatory and greatly strengthens your visa application

Prove Financial Stability & Accommodation
Clear proof of your or your sponsor’s finances and confirmed accommodation shows credibility—any errors may lead to rejection.

Clearly Justify Your Travel Purpose
Explain your visit clearly and show intent to return. Any suspicion of overstaying can result in refusal.

Submit Only Genuine Documents
Original, accurate, and verifiable documents protect your application and prevent legal issues.

Get Expert Support Early
Professional guidance increases your chances of approval and helps avoid costly mistakes.
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