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Ireland Visa for Nepali Citizens

Visa requiredLast reviewed April 26, 2026

Nepali passport holders visiting Ireland as tourists use the Short-Stay "C" Visa — Tourism. Processing time: 4–8 weeks at the Embassy Visa Office Delhi for Nepal applications. Apply through VFS Global Ireland Visa Application Centre — India. The sources and the date this record was last reviewed are listed at the end of the page.

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Tourist visa: Short-Stay "C" Visa — TourismStay: Up to 90 days per visit.
Visa fee: Not listed in our record
Processing time: 4–8 weeks at the Embassy Visa Office Delhi for Nepal applications
Where to apply: VFS Global Ireland Visa Application Centre — India

At a glance

At a glance — Ireland Short-Stay "C" Visa — Tourism

Processing time: 4–8 weeks at the Embassy Visa Office Delhi for Nepal applications. Allow 2–3 weeks total for VFS courier transit Nepal <-> Delhi + processing buffer.
Stay duration: Up to 90 days per visit.
Visa validity: Single-entry sticker matched to trip dates (default for first-time applicants); multi-entry up to 5 years for repeat travellers with clean Irish history.
Entries: Single (1) or Multiple (M).
Bank balance / financial proof: Bank statement (last 6 months) showing capacity for the trip — recommended ending balance NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)+ for a typical 7–14-day Ireland trip — plus 3-year Income Tax Returns and an international credit card with 3-month statement. Irish Visa Officers reference EUR 80–100/day as the per-diem benchmark.
Where to apply: Apply online at irishvisaonline.gov.ie, fill AVATS form, print Summary Application Form, travel to India to submit at any VFS Ireland VAC (Delhi recommended), wait for Embassy decision, then courier passport collection.

Visa types

Visa categories available

Tourist — Short-Stay "C" Visa — Tourism
Tourism, sightseeing, leisure travel within Ireland (Republic of Ireland — does NOT include Northern Ireland which is UK).
Stay
Up to 90 days per visit.
Processing
4–8 weeks at the Embassy Visa Office Delhi for Nepal applications. Allow 2–3 weeks total for VFS courier transit Nepal <-> Delhi + processing buffer.
Business — Short-Stay "C" Visa — Business
Business meetings, contract negotiations, conferences, exhibitions, training (≤ 90 days) — no employment in Ireland.
Stay
Up to 90 days per visit.
Processing
3–6 weeks (faster than tourist due to invitation-letter strength).
Family Visit — Short-Stay "C" Visa — Visit to Family or Friends
Visiting family or friends resident in Ireland.
Stay
Up to 90 days per visit.
Processing
4–8 weeks.
Student — Long-Stay "D" Visa — Studies (Stamp 2)
Full-time study at a recognised Irish higher-education institution on the Interim List of Eligible Programmes (ILEP) — universities, institutes of technology, ELE (English Language Education) providers.
Stay
Programme length (1–4 years for degrees); Stamp 2 issued on registration with INIS, valid 1 year initially, renewable annually for full programme duration.
Processing
8–12 weeks at Embassy Delhi for Nepal applications.
Work — Long-Stay "D" Visa + Critical Skills / General Employment Permit (Stamp 1)
Salaried employment at an Irish employer. Three streams: Critical Skills Employment Permit (CSEP — salary ≥ EUR 38,000 for CSOL occupations OR ≥ EUR 64,000 for any role), General Employment Permit (GEP — ≥ EUR 34,000 + Labour Market Needs Test), Atypical Working Scheme (≤ 90 days work — research / internship).
Stay
Tied to employment permit — typically 2 years initially, renewable.
Processing
CSEP: ~3 weeks for Trusted Partner employers, ~6 weeks otherwise. GEP: ~12 weeks. D Visa post-permit issuance: 6–12 weeks.
Transit — Transit Visa
Transit through Ireland or Dublin Airport (DUB) en route to a third country.
Stay
Up to 5 days transit.
Processing
4–6 weeks.
Other route — Long-Stay "D" Visa — Family Member Join Spouse / Civil Partner
Family reunion with an Irish citizen, EEA citizen residing in Ireland (under EU Treaty Rights), or non-EEA national holding Critical Skills Employment Permit / Stamp 4 / Investor Permit.
Stay
Per host's status — Stamp 3 (no work) initially OR Stamp 1 (work) for spouses of CSEP holders, valid 1 year, renewable.
Processing
6–12 months typical (Family Reunion is one of the slower Irish Type D categories).

Checklist

Required documents — Ireland tourist visa

28 required · 10 conditional — tick them off as you build your file.

AVATS Summary Application Form (signed)
Required
Filed online at irishvisaonline.gov.ie; printed and signed by hand. Single source-of-truth for Irish visa applications.
Nepali passport (≥ 6 months validity beyond intended return; ≥ 2 blank pages)
Required
Plus photocopies of front + last + every used page of current passport AND last 2 old passports.
Two passport-size photos (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old)
Required
Color, glossy, neutral expression, head 70–80 % of frame, no glasses / hats / patterned background.
Indian visa or transit visa (mandatory for travelling to the VFS VAC in India)
Required
Apply for an Indian visit visa or 72-hour transit visa first if you do not already hold a multi-entry Indian visa. Embassy of Ireland Delhi cannot adjudicate without you physically reaching India.
Travel medical insurance (recommended but not mandatory)
Conditional
EUR 30,000+ coverage Schengen-style policy is acceptable.
Confirmed return air ticket (reservation only at file-prep stage)
Required
Yatra dummy ticket (NPR 999) acceptable.
Confirmed accommodation in Ireland for the entire stay
Required
Hotel booking, private rental contract, or invitation-letter accommodation.
Detailed travel itinerary (locations, duration per location)
Required
Cover letter explaining purpose of trip
Required
Addressed to the Visa Officer, Embassy of Ireland, New Delhi; outlines who, why, where, when, who funds the trip, and why you will return.
Bank statement (last 6 months, NPR 5 lakh ending balance recommended)
Required
Original on bank letterhead, signed and stamped, in English.
Income Tax Returns (last 3 years, personal + company as applicable)
Required
Notarised English translations.
International credit card copy + last 3 months statement
Conditional
Strengthens financial profile when bank balance is borderline.
Proof of social / professional status
Required
Employed: employer letter on letterhead. Self-employed: company registration + PAN. Student: institution leave letter + valid ID.
Nepali citizenship certificate copy + birth certificate (notarised English translations)
Required
Foreign-exchange purchase receipt OR passport endorsement
Conditional
Minor-only documents (if applicant < 18): birth certificate + notarised parental consent if travelling without both parents
Conditional
ANY ONE income bundle — Business / Salary / Pension / Rental (only one needed)
Required
See per-bundle breakdown below — submit the bundle that matches your active income source.
Income Details & Supporting Documents (For Visa Application)
Required
Important Notes: (1) All documents issued in Nepali language must be translated into English and notarised (certified by a notary public). (2) The applicant is required to provide documents for any ONE source of income only from the categories listed below.
1. Business Income
Conditional
Applicants involved in business must submit the following:
PAN Certificate
Required
Permanent Account Number certificate issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD).
Business Registration Certificate
Required
Submit ONE of: (a) Company Registrar Certificate (for private/public limited companies), (b) Cottage / Small Industry (Gharelu) Registration, OR (c) Municipality / Ward (Wada) Registration Certificate.
Additional Registration Certificates (if applicable)
Conditional
Sector-specific endorsements: (a) Tourism Board Registration for travel-related businesses, (b) Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Registration for financial institutions, (c) Contractor License from Municipality / Ward Office.
Latest Audit Report
Required
Signed by a Nepal Chartered Accountants Institute (ICAN)–registered auditor, with company stamp.
Tax Clearance Certificate
Required
Issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) for the latest fiscal year.
2. Salary-Based Income
Conditional
Applicants who are employed must provide:
Salary Certificate / Salary Letter
Required
On employer letterhead, signed and stamped — stating designation, joining date, monthly gross / net salary, and tenure.
Leave Approval Letter
Required
Confirming sanctioned leave dates covering the full trip plus a buffer; signed by HR / authorised signatory.
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer
Required
Confirming the employer has no objection to the trip and the applicant will return to duty after the leave window.
Tax Clearance Certificate from IRD OR Tax Submission Letter from employer with tax statements
Required
Either personal tax clearance from the Inland Revenue Department for the latest year, OR an employer letter confirming TDS deduction + remittance with attached employee tax statement.
3. Pension Income
Conditional
Applicants receiving pension must submit:
Pension Certificate (Pension Patta)
Required
Original Nijamati / armed-forces pension book issued by the Pension Management Office, plus copies of all entries.
Company ID Card (if available)
Conditional
Photocopy of the former government / public-sector service ID card (front + back).
Recent Pension Bank Statement
Required
Last 3–6 months of pension-account transactions showing regular monthly pension credits — original, signed and stamped on every page.
Pension Receiving Confirmation Letter from Bank
Required
On bank letterhead, confirming the applicant's pension account, monthly credit amount, and account holder details.
4. Rental Income
Conditional
Applicants earning rental income must provide:
Land Ownership Certificate
Required
Original + copy of the Lalpurja (land title deed) for the rental-yielding land / property.
Building Completion Certificate
Required
Issued by the Municipality / Nagarpalika engineering office confirming the building is completed and fit for occupancy.
Land and Building Tax Payment Certificate
Required
Latest fiscal-year payment receipts from Municipality (Nagarpalika) and Ward (Wada) office (malpot / bhumi-ghar tax).

Where to apply

Where Nepali citizens apply for a Ireland visa

Mission: Embassy of Ireland — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal + Bhutan)
Address: 230, Jor Bagh, New Delhi 110003, India
Phone: +91 11 4940 3200
Email: indianewdelhivisaoffice@dfa.ie
Hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00 (consular by appointment). Visa decisions issued by the Embassy Visa Office in Delhi (or by ISD Dublin for complex cases); VFS Ireland India centres handle intake only.
Application centre: VFS Global Ireland Visa Application Centre — India (Delhi / Mumbai / Bangalore / Chennai / Kolkata / Pune / Cochin) — No Ireland VAC in Nepal — Nepali applicants must travel to one of the seven VFS Ireland India centres. Delhi VAC: 5th Floor, Rectangle 1, D-4, Saket District Centre, New Delhi 110017. Mon–Fri 08:30–14:00 submission, 15:00–17:00 collection. Book appointment at visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/irl after the AVATS online application is filed.
Online portal: https://www.irishvisaonline.gov.ie

Notes

Important notes

Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Where this page's destination notes ask for an apostille or a specific translator, follow those notes; otherwise a translation notarised by a Notary Public is the usual standard.
Income proof for Irish visas: ANY ONE of the four Nepal-side income bundles is sufficient (Business OR Salary OR Pension OR Rental) — pick the bundle matching your active income source.
Ireland is in the EU since 1973 but NOT in the Schengen Area — Ireland and the UK opt-out of Schengen and operate the Common Travel Area (CTA). Ireland issues NATIONAL visas, not Schengen Type C.
A Schengen visa does NOT allow entry to Ireland. Ireland visa does NOT allow entry to other Schengen members.
BUT — under the British-Irish Visa Scheme (BIVS) since 2014: a UK Standard Visitor Visa endorsed "BIVS" is valid for entry to Ireland for the duration of the UK visa, and an Irish Visitor Visa endorsed "BIVS" is valid for entry to the UK. Both visas must be physically endorsed BIVS by the issuing authority — automatic for many applicants but check before travelling.
No Irish diplomatic mission in Nepal — Nepali applicants MUST travel to India to submit at one of the seven VFS Ireland India VACs. Embassy of Ireland in New Delhi adjudicates short-stay AND long-stay; ISD in Dublin adjudicates complex cases.
Biometrics are NOT required for Irish short-stay (Type C) visas — Ireland is not in Schengen and does not operate the SIS biometric system. Type D long-stay applications also do not currently require pre-arrival biometrics; instead, applicants register with INIS at any Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB) office within 90 days of arrival to receive an Irish Residence Permit (IRP) card with biometrics.
Travel medical insurance is recommended but NOT mandatory for Irish short-stay visas. For long-stay residence permits, comprehensive Irish health insurance (e.g. VHI Healthcare, Laya Healthcare, Irish Life Health) is required for the first 12 months.
AVATS (irishvisaonline.gov.ie) is mandatory for ALL Irish visa applications — short-stay AND long-stay. Online submission generates a Summary Application Form which is printed, signed, and submitted with supporting docs at VFS Ireland India.
All non-English documents must be translated into English by a Nepal MoFA-recognised translator and apostilled — Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024.
Ireland's Critical Skills Employment Permit (CSEP) is the standard Type D pathway for highly-qualified non-EEA workers: salary ≥ EUR 38,000/year for occupations on the Critical Skills Occupations List (CSOL — IT, engineering, healthcare, life sciences) OR salary ≥ EUR 64,000/year for any occupation. CSEP grants Stamp 1 -> permanent residency after 5 years.
General Employment Permit (GEP) is available for occupations NOT on the Critical Skills list, salary ≥ EUR 34,000/year, with a Labour Market Needs Test (LMNT) showing no qualified Irish / EEA candidate. More restrictive than CSEP.
Atypical Working Scheme (≤ 90 days work — research, internship, locum doctor): no employment permit required; D visa endorsed Atypical Worker.
Working Holiday Authorisation (1-year work + travel for 18–35-year-olds): NOT available for Nepal — no bilateral arrangement.
Stamp 1G (post-graduation work) — graduates of Irish Bachelor's programmes get 1 year + Master's graduates get 2 years to look for employment in Ireland after completion of studies. Major draw for Nepali students choosing Ireland over UK / Australia.
Common refusal patterns for Nepal: weak ties to Nepal (no property / business / family obligation), unexplained funds, vague itinerary, undisclosed prior UK / Schengen / US refusals, applicants under 30 without dependants. Irish Visa Officers also scrutinise authenticity of Nepali educational documents heavily for Stamp 2 (Studies) applications.
Ireland uses EUR (Eurozone since 1 January 1999, switched to euro cash 1 January 2002).

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Guides

Ireland visa guides

FAQ

Ireland visa for Nepali citizens — frequently asked questions

Common questions Nepali citizens ask before applying for a Ireland visa — answered from the official sources listed below.

Which visa do Nepali citizens use to visit Ireland as tourists?

Nepali passport holders visiting Ireland for tourism use the Short-Stay "C" Visa — Tourism, which allows a stay of up to 90 days per visit.

How long does a Ireland tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

4–8 weeks at the Embassy Visa Office Delhi for Nepal applications. Allow 2–3 weeks total for VFS courier transit Nepal <-> Delhi + processing buffer.

What bank balance is required for a Ireland visa?

Bank statement (last 6 months) showing capacity for the trip — recommended ending balance NPR 5 lakh (5,00,000)+ for a typical 7–14-day Ireland trip — plus 3-year Income Tax Returns and an international credit card with 3-month statement. Irish Visa Officers reference EUR 80–100/day as the per-diem benchmark.

How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Ireland on a tourist visa?

Up to 90 days per visit (Short-Stay "C" Visa — Tourism).

Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Ireland tourist visa?

Apply online at irishvisaonline.gov.ie, fill AVATS form, print Summary Application Form, travel to India to submit at any VFS Ireland VAC (Delhi recommended), wait for Embassy decision, then courier passport collection.

What documents are required for a Ireland tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: AVATS Summary Application Form (signed); Nepali passport (≥ 6 months validity beyond intended return; ≥ 2 blank pages); Two passport-size photos (35 × 45 mm, white background, < 6 months old); Indian visa or transit visa (mandatory for travelling to the VFS VAC in India); Confirmed return air ticket (reservation only at file-prep stage); Confirmed accommodation in Ireland for the entire stay; Detailed travel itinerary (locations, duration per location); Cover letter explaining purpose of trip.

Which Ireland mission handles visa applications from Nepal?

Embassy of Ireland — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal + Bhutan), 230, Jor Bagh, New Delhi 110003, India. Phone: +91 11 4940 3200. Applications are lodged at VFS Global Ireland Visa Application Centre — India (Delhi / Mumbai / Bangalore / Chennai / Kolkata / Pune / Cochin), No Ireland VAC in Nepal — Nepali applicants must travel to one of the seven VFS Ireland India centres. Delhi VAC: 5th Floor, Rectangle 1, D-4, Saket District Centre, New Delhi 110017. Mon–Fri 08:30–14:00 submission, 15:00–17:00 collection. Book appointment at visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/irl after the AVATS online application is filed.

Can Nepali citizens apply for a Ireland business visa?

Yes — Short-Stay "C" Visa — Business. Business meetings, contract negotiations, conferences, exhibitions, training (≤ 90 days) — no employment in Ireland. Processing: 3–6 weeks (faster than tourist due to invitation-letter strength).

Is there an official online portal for the Ireland visa?

Yes. The official starting point is https://www.irishvisaonline.gov.ie.

How is the Ireland visa fee paid?

Visa fee in INR Demand Draft drawn in favour of "The Embassy of Ireland" at any Indian bank, OR online via the AVATS portal (Visa / MasterCard / AmEx). VFS service fee + courier in cash INR or by card at the VAC counter. No payments accepted in NPR — all fees settled in INR at the Indian VAC.

Can Yatra For Fun help with a Ireland visa application?

Yes — Yatra For Fun's visa desk can help you prepare your Ireland visa file over WhatsApp (the embassy or visa centre makes the decision), and you can order reservation documents for your file: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.

Sources

Sources & last updated

Last reviewed: April 26, 2026

https://www.irishvisaonline.gov.ie — AVATS portal (mandatory online filing for ALL Irish visa categories)
https://www.ireland.ie/en/india/newdelhi/services/visas — Embassy of Ireland New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal + Bhutan)
https://www.irishimmigration.ie — INIS / ISD (Irish Immigration Service Delivery — Type D adjudication, Stamp categories, registration)
https://enterprise.gov.ie/en/what-we-do/workplace-and-skills/employment-permits — Department of Enterprise Employment Permits (CSEP, GEP, Atypical Worker)
https://visa.vfsglobal.com/ind/en/irl — VFS Global Ireland India (appointment booking, visa categories, fee schedule)
British-Irish Visa Scheme (BIVS) since 2014 — UK Standard Visitor Visa endorsed BIVS allows entry to Ireland; Irish Visitor Visa endorsed BIVS allows entry to UK
CSEP threshold (2026): EUR 38,000/year for CSOL occupations OR EUR 64,000/year for any occupation. Reviewed annually by Department of Enterprise.
GEP threshold (2026): EUR 34,000/year + Labour Market Needs Test (LMNT)
Stamp 1G post-graduation work scheme: Bachelor's grads 12 months + Master's grads 24 months
Common Travel Area (CTA) — Ireland and UK opt-out of Schengen, operate joint immigration arrangements
Nepal joined the Hague Apostille Convention on 14 March 2024 — Nepal-issued documents apostilled by Nepal MoFA after that date are accepted by Irish authorities without further consular legalisation

Fees and rules change — confirm on the official source before you pay or apply.

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