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How to get a Ireland visa from United Arab Emirates
Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Emirati passport holders travelling to Ireland.
Visa types & fees
2 visa options for travelling to Ireland.
Business visa
Processing time5 working days
Validity90 days
Tourist visa
Processing time5 working days
Validity90 days
Application requirements
Documents Emirati applicants need to provide.
- Irish visa pplication form that is fully completed and signed.
- Passport that is valid for at least 6 months after the intended stay.
- Two passport photograph with a white or light grey background is required.
- Passport photograph should be taken within the last 6 months.
- For children under the age of 18 travelling alone, birth certificate and consent note signed by both parents is required.
- All documents submitted must be in English Language.
- All visa applicants should provide bank statement showing evidence of sufficient funds that they can support themselves for the duration of their stay in Ireland.
- Original copy and 2 photocopies of the Police Clearance Certificate should be attached to the applicant’s passport.
- Travel itinerary showing entry and exit date from Ireland.
Visa type details
Tourist visa
- The tourist visa is issued to visitors who want to explore Ireland for tourism purposes, visiting of friends and family, and recreational purposes.
- The tourist visa application form must be duly filled and signed by the applicant.
- Applicant’s passport must valid for at least 6 months after the date of departure from Ireland.
- The valid passport must have at least 2 blank visa pages for the Irish visa stamp.
- 2 recent passport photograph taken against a white background is required.
- An invitation letter from the host in Ireland stating the relationship with the applicant, purpose, and duration of stay in Ireland is required.
- The letter should also involve the contact information and home address of the host.
- A copy of the hotel reservations including the address of the hotel, your name and the exact dates of the applicant's stay is required.
- If the applicant will be financially supported by the Irish host, it must be clearly stated in the letter of invitation.
- Holders of a tourist visa are not required to work or engage in business purposes.
Business visa
- 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, and signing contracts.
- A completely, correctly filled and signed visa application form.
- Original UAE passport with at least 6 months validity after the date applicant propose to leave Ireland.
- Applicants should provide 2 recent passport photos that is taken within the last 6 months.
- Passport photos should be taken with a white background.
- A letter from the applicant's employer in UAE introducing the applicant, indicating the position of the applicant in the company, purpose, and duration of the business trip is required.
- The letter should also state the awareness of the business leave to Ireland and confirm that the applicant will be returning to Rwanda after the required visit to Ireland.
- An invitation letter from the host company in Ireland indicating the nature of the business to be carried out is required.
- The invitation letter must clearly indicate the contact information of the host company in Ireland.
- If the sending company or inviting company will be financially responsible for the applicant in Ireland it should be clearly stated in the required letters.
- Bank statements of the last 6 months should be submitted by the applicant.
Where to apply
Ireland embassy & visa application centers in United Arab Emirates.
Abu Dhabi
AddressAl Yasat Street off 6th Street Al Bateen P. O. Box 61581 Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates
Phone(+971) 2 495 8200
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Frequently asked questions
How safe is Ireland to visit
Ireland is a very safe country to visit as the crime is relatively low, visitors are also advised to avoid roaming along Ireland's streets late at night.
What is the most visited place in Ireland
Dublin, the capital of Ireland, is the most visited place in Ireland as over 8,643,100 overseas tourists visit Dublin yearly. It is a warm and welcoming city, known for the friendliness of its people.
What document do I need to travel to Ireland
All applicants who visit Ireland must present a valid passport, regardless of age. It should be valid through at least the end of the trip. Visitors can stay in the country for up to three months (90 days) a visa.
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Ireland visa
requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.