Ireland visa requirements for Sierra Leoneans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Sierra Leoneans visiting Ireland

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Irish Visa.

  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • A valid national passport with at least 6 months of validity from the date of return from Ireland and one blank page for visa issuance.
  • Two passport photographs (35mm x 45mm) with the applicant’s name written on them.
  • A copy of the identification document.
  • Photocopy of a valid travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Valid medical insurance which covers the entire duration of stay.
  • A police report showing that the applicant does not have a criminal record. 
  • Return flight ticket to Sierra Leone.
  • A receipt that shows you have paid the visa application fee.
  • Original copy and 2 photocopies of PPC (Police Clearance Certificate) which should be attached to the applicant’s passport.
  • Travel itinerary showing entry and exit date from Ireland.

Ireland Visa for Sierra Leoneans

Facts about Ireland

The Republic of Ireland is famous its coastline, villages, and towns by the shoreline. The country has a lot of resorts and cliffs. The most famous and highest cliffs in Ireland are the Croaghaun which rises to 688m. tourists can enjoy surfing and kayaking at the seaside resort to the south and southwest of Ireland. The cities in Ireland have a lot of attractions for every tourist. In Dublin, the main attractions are the Dublin Castle, Croke Park, Saint Stephen’s Green Park, and the Bloomsday Festival. Cork city has a wildlife park, an opera house, a castle, and an island. The best-known attraction in Limerick King John’ Castle, other attractions include; The Hunt Museum, Adare, and Lough Gur. Galway is not known for its attractions but rather for its atmosphere and lively scenery. Waterford is the city with the warmest climate in the world and has a 5km long beach which is very popular for surfing.
 
The tourism industry in the Republic of Ireland is one of the biggest contributing industries to the economy of the country. Each year, the industry contributes €5bn in revenue accounting for 4% of GNP and providing over 200,000 jobs. In 2017, over 9 million foreign tourists visited the country which was a 3.5% increase from the number that visited during the previous year. It is estimated that this number is going to be on the rise for years to come.
 
Being involved in any form of drug dealing, even if it is being in possession of a small quantity of will attract a lengthy prison sentence. Foreigners are not allowed to enter or leave the country with €10,000 or its equivalent.

Types of Ireland Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 days 90 days
Business visa 15 days 90 days

General Requirements for Ireland Visa

  • A duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • A valid national passport with at least 6 months of validity from the date of return from Ireland and one blank page for visa issuance.
  • Two passport photographs (35mm x 45mm) with the applicant’s name written on them.
  • A copy of the identification document.
  • Photocopy of a valid travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Valid medical insurance which covers the entire duration of stay.
  • A police report showing that the applicant does not have a criminal record. 
  • Return flight ticket to Sierra Leone.
  • A receipt that shows you have paid the visa application fee.
  • Original copy and 2 photocopies of PPC (Police Clearance Certificate) which should be attached to the applicant’s passport.
  • Travel itinerary showing entry and exit date from Ireland.
Ireland Tourist visa Ireland Business visa

Ireland Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • A tourist visa is issued to visitors who want to explore Ireland for tourism purposes, visiting of friends and family, and recreational purposes.
  • Holders of a tourist visa are not required to work or engage in business purposes.
  • Application form, signed and dated by the applicant is required.
  • Applicant’s original passport, valid for at least 6 months after the date of departure from Ireland must be provided.
  • Passport must have at least 2 blank visa pages for visa stamp. 
  • If the applicant has previous passports, the applicant must submit them with the application. If the applicant is unable to do so, then a written explanation along with police reports is required.
  • 2 recent photos (not more than 6 months old) with a white background is required.
  • A signed letter giving stating the reason for the visit to Ireland.
  • A signed letter of invitation is required from the applicant’s host in Ireland explaining the relationship between the applicant and the host.
  • The letter should also involve the contact information and home address of the host.  
  • A copy of your host’s passport bio-page and signature.
  • If the applicant will be staying in a hotel, a copy of the confirmation of the reservation, including the address of the accommodation, your name and the exact dates of your stay is required.
  • An original signed letter stating that the host is responsible for the financial support of the applicant during the stay in Ireland is required.
  • An applicant cannot extend the Ireland tourist visa.
  • The child’s original birth certificate showing the names of both parents must be submitted.
  • Original photo ID for both parents, as named on the child’s birth certificate, which includes signatures and a photocopy of these documents are also required.

Ireland Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • A business visa is granted to visitors who want to visit Ireland for business purposes such as attending business meetings or conferences, meeting with other business partners, signing contracts, etc.
  • Applicants of this visa are to ensure that they fill their application forms correctly as incorrect information can result in application refusal.
  • Applicants should provide 2 recent passport photos taken within the last 6 months. Passport photos should be taken with a white background.
  • An original, up-to-date, signed letter is required from your place of employment or study on letterhead paper with full contact details. 
  • The letter should include details of your employment in Ireland and confirm that the applicant will be returning to Sierra Leone after a visit to Ireland.
  • The letter should also indicate that the applicant’s current employer is aware of the business leave.
  • The address of the company should be written in the letter as well as the duration of the visit.
  • Recent correspondence relating to your self-employment from the relevant government authority in Sierra Leone.
  • Recent bank statements for your business bank account covering the 6 month period immediately prior to your application.
  • Photocopies of any original document that the applicant wants to be returned.

Ireland Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Ireland Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Sierra Leone

Location

Address

Freetown

Irish Embassy. 8 St. Joseph’s Avenue, Off Spur Road, Freetown, Sierra Leone.

https://www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/sierra-leone/

+232 79 250628

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Ireland expensive?

Ireland is expensive because of the taxes and levies, the cost of transportation and the abundance of multinational companies.

Why was Ireland separated from United Kingdom?
In 1922, after the Irish War of Independence most of Ireland seceded from the United Kingdom to become the independent Irish Free State but under the Anglo-Irish Treaty, the six northeastern counties, known as Northern Ireland, remained within the United Kingdom, creating the partition of Ireland.

Why is Ireland considered a friendly country?

Ireland is seen as one of the friendliest countries because it is seen as an optimistic land where anything seems possible and where people can thrive and succeed socially. People travel to Ireland hoping to meet friendly people as these people are considered one of the welcoming people in the world.

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