Ireland visa requirements for Vietnameses

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Vietnameses visiting Ireland

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

  • A fully completed and signed application form. 
  • An original, signed passport valid for at least six months is required.  
  • If you are a new passport holder, you will have to provide a previous passport showing details of visas issued in other countries and your travel history.
  • Two passports including a passport-style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months is needed when you are applying for an Ireland Visa. 
  • A  copy of your Green Card (both sides) to prove your status.  
  • A copy of an itinerary or flight reservation from an airline or travel agent is mandatory.
  • Copies of bank statements from the past 6 months are required. 
  • Copy of a letter from your employer 
  • For students, you will need to submit an official letter from your school. 
  • If you are retired, then you will be requested to submit proof of your retirement fund. 
  • A copy of a hotel reservation is required.
  • A personal invitation letter is expected from you if you have been invited by a friend or family.  
  • A copy of the sponsor's bank statement. 

Ireland Visa for Vietnameses

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 8 days to 15 days 90 days
Student visa 90 days or more than 90 days

General Requirements for Ireland Visa

  • A fully completed and signed application form. 
  • An original, signed passport valid for at least six months is required.  
  • If you are a new passport holder, you will have to provide a previous passport showing details of visas issued in other countries and your travel history.
  • Two passports including a passport-style photo, with a white background, taken within the last 6 months is needed when you are applying for an Ireland Visa. 
  • A  copy of your Green Card (both sides) to prove your status.  
  • A copy of an itinerary or flight reservation from an airline or travel agent is mandatory.
  • Copies of bank statements from the past 6 months are required. 
  • Copy of a letter from your employer 
  • For students, you will need to submit an official letter from your school. 
  • If you are retired, then you will be requested to submit proof of your retirement fund. 
  • A copy of a hotel reservation is required.
  • A personal invitation letter is expected from you if you have been invited by a friend or family.  
  • A copy of the sponsor's bank statement. 
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Ireland Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Irish tourist visa is issued to people who want to visit Ireland for the purpose of tourism, pleasure trips or to visit families and friends who reside in Ireland. 
  • The Ireland Tourist visa is also known as Holiday or Irish Visit Visa. 
  • It is a short stay visa that is granted for the purpose of temporary visits only. 
  • A current and valid passport valid for at least six months beyond the date you intend to exit Ireland is required. 
  • A letter of invitation stating the purpose of your visit is to be provided at the embassy.
  • Documentations that prove you intend to return back to your home country; evidence showing your family ties.
  • A proof of your financial status to prove you will be able to support yourself during your stay in Ireland.
  • A bank statement valid for at least six months. 
  • In case you are staying with family or friends in Ireland, you may have to submit a letter from your host that shows they have taken full financial responsibility for your visit. 
  • An insurance cover would be required at the entry-point in Ireland. This is to prove that you are not a financial liability. 
  • You are only granted a 90 days stay with a tourist visa.
  • A visitor with a tourist visa is required to leave Ireland on or before the date stamped on the passport by the Immigration officer in Ireland.
  • You can’t extend your stay beyond 90 days period.

Ireland Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • An Ireland business visa permits business, work or activities related to your job. 
  • Holders of a  business visa can also attend conferences, negotiate and sign contracts.
  • A business visa is valid for only 90 days.  
  • The business Visa makes it legal for you to work for only 14 days or less.
  • The business visa doesn't allow you to work for 15 days or longer whether it is paid or unpaid. 
  • If you are a holder of an Irish Visa, you are not allowed to use Irish public services e.g public hospitals.  
  • Even with a visa from the immigration officer, you can be denied entry into Ireland. 
  • If you are applying for an Irish business visa,  you must apply for a visa from your home country or from a country where you are a legal resident.
  • You would have to apply for an Irish business visa, three months before your entry to Ireland. 
  • You can process your application online in three steps (1)The first step requires you to create a visa application online (2) The second step is for you to pay the visa application fee (3) The third step requires you to send in your passport & other documents for processing.
  • In some cases, you may also need to provide biometric information to serve as proof of identity.
  • You shouldn’t purchase a flight ticket until your visa application is approved.
  • Your application can be rejected when the information on documents are wrong. 
  • Your sponsors are expected to write a letter to prove they are responsible for your expenses during the duration of your stay. 

Ireland Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements


  • The Ireland student visa is for foreign students who intend to study Ireland. 
  • The student visa is valid for 90 days.  You can apply for a study visa up to 3 months before your date of arrival to Ireland.
  • If you intend to apply for a course study that will run more than three months, then you will have to apply for long stay Ireland visa only for a single entry. 
  • If you are visiting another state prior to travelling to Ireland, you must have the relevant visa for that state in your passport before applying for an Irish visa.
  • You have to provide the Immigrant officer with two color passport-sized photographs valid not  more than 6 months old
  • A full copy of all previous and current passports will be required to process your visa application. 
  •  However, you will have to provide a fully signed letter of application including your full contact details. 
  • You will need to submit evidence showing that you were enrolled on a privately funded course. 
  • Evidence showing any gaps in your educational history and grades would also be required. 
  • As a student applying for an Irish Student Visa, you have to provide evidence of payment for the duration of your course of study. 
  • If you intend to apply for an Irish visa, you will have to show evidence that you have the academic ability to follow your chosen course. 
  • Applicants of a student visa need to provide proof of your fluency in English. 
  • A private Medical Insurance is required to indicate that your medical fees during your study stay is already covered. 
  • If you have been refused visa previously, an evidence will be required. 

Ireland Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Student visa

60.00 (EUR)

Ireland Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Vietnam

Location

Address

Hanoi

2nd floor, Sentinel Place 41A Ly Thai To, Hoan Kiem District Hanoi Vietnam

www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/vietnam/

(+84) 24-3974-3291

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Ireland?

The capital city is Dublin. It is the largest and the most popular city in Republic of Ireland located in the province of  Leinster in the east coast of the country

What currency is used in Ireland?

The Euro is currently be used in Ireland. It replaced the Irish Pound since 2002.  Although  six countries in Northern Ireland accept sterling (GBP). 

What is the official language in Ireland?

The official languages spoken in Ireland are Irish and English. 

What is the weather like in Ireland?

The weather in Ireland is mild and moist.   However, the coldest temperature are  between early November to February.