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Most people need a valid passport to enter the Republic or Northern Ireland but there are some exceptions:

• If you're a UK citizen, you can also use official photo identification.
• If you're an EU citizen, you can use your national identity card to travel throughout the island of Ireland (including Northern Ireland), as long as you are arriving and exiting the island via an airport or ferry port in the Republic of Ireland. If you’re travelling direct to Northern Ireland from the EU or travelling on to Great Britain from Northern Ireland, you’ll need a passport. 

Air and sea carriers require some form of photo identification (usually either a passport or driving licence), so ALWAYS check what form of ID is required with your individual airline, ferry company or travel agent before travelling.

While e-passports are commonly used now, you don't need one to enter Ireland.

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Whether you need a visa to enter Ireland depends on your citizenship.

Currently, if you’re a citizen of a European Economic Area (EEA) member state (27 countries of the European Union, together with Iceland, Norway and Liechtenstein) and many other countries including Great Britain, the USA, Australia, Canada and New Zealand, you don’t need a visa to visit the Republic or Northern Ireland. South African visitors can visit the Republic of Ireland without a visa, but need a UK visa in order to enter Northern Ireland. Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has a full list of countries whose citizens do NOT need a visa to visit Ireland .

If your country is not on this list, contact your local Irish embassy/consulate before you travel to find out your visa requirements. If you’re planning on travelling to Northern Ireland, contact your local British embassy/high commission or consular office.

The UK is launching an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme – an ETA is a digital permission to travel to the UK, including Northern Ireland, and also to travel to Northern Ireland from the Republic of Ireland. The roll-out of the ETA scheme will not happen until the end of 2024 (with the exception of some Middle Eastern countries). For more information, please visit the UK Government website.

Short-Stay Visa Waiver Scheme

This scheme allows visitors from certain countries who have a valid UK visit visa to also visit Ireland without the need for an Irish visa. The scheme is valid until October 31st, 2026 and you can get a list of participating countries from the Irish Immigration Service.

Work and Student Visas

Wondering about a working holiday in the Republic of Ireland? You can talk to your local Irish embassy or consulate about a Working Holiday Authorisation (WHA). And if you’re interested in studying in Ireland, you can find out more from INIS. If you want to work or study in Northern Ireland, contact UK Visas and Immigrations.

Useful links

1. Department of Foreign Affairs

The Irish government website gives information on visas and passports, and contact details for embassies.

2. Citizens Information Board

Ireland's statutory body is a great source of information about what you need to travel to Ireland.

NI Direct: Visas

This is where you will find information and advice on visa requirements for Northern Ireland.

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Visas for tourists visiting Ireland

Who needs a short-stay visa for ireland, how to apply for a short-stay visa, documents to send for a short-stay visa, decisions and appeals, can i stay longer than 3 months, further information.

If you plan to visit Ireland, you should check if you need a visa .

This page has information on how to apply for a short-stay visa. This is also called a ‘C’ visa and is usually valid for up to 90 days from the issue date of the visa. You apply for a C visa if you plan to come to Ireland:

• For tourism
• To visit family or friends
• To get married
• For medical treatment
• For short-term study

If you are not a citizen of the EU, EEA, Switzerland or UK and you do not need a visa to come to Ireland, you still need to have documents with you to show the reason for your visit. You must present yourself at immigration when you enter Ireland.

Having a visa does not guarantee that you will be allowed to enter Ireland .

You apply for a visa online. You complete a separate application for each person travelling, including children. After you have submitted the visa form, you have 30 days to send the supporting documents. It’s a good idea to prepare your documents before completing the form.

You pay a fee of €60 for each application. A multiple entry visa costs €100.

When you have submitted the form, you will get a summary of your application. This includes:

• Your visa application transaction number
• Your application summary sheet
• Details of the application office where you should send your documents

You send the signed summary sheet with your documents.

You must send documents in support of your application. This section has information on the main documents you need to send. You can get more information about documentation on the Irish Immigration Delivery website.

You must send original documents (not photocopies). If your documents are not in English, you must send a certified translation and the original document.

Birth, marriage and death certificates will be returned to you. If you want other pages returned to you, you should include a note with your application that says this. Send a photocopy (in addition to the original) of the page you want returned to you.

If your visa is approved, you must get travel insurance before you travel to Ireland.

Letter of application

You must write a letter that explains why you want to come to Ireland. You should give the details of your trip, including the dates you plan to be here, where you will stay and how you will pay for things while you are here.

You must say in your letter that you will:

• Obey the conditions of your visa in full
• Leave Ireland before your visa expires
• Not rely on public services or become a burden on the State

If you are visiting friends or family your letter should also have:

• Their names and addresses
• The names and addresses of any of your family who live in Ireland or another country in the EEA or Switzerland, even if you do not plan to visit them

Letter of invitation

If you are visiting someone in Ireland, you should send a letter of invitation written by them. The letter should have information about how they know you, the dates you are visiting them and why they are inviting you to Ireland.

They should include a colour copy of their passport or national identity card. If they are from outside the EEA, Switzerland and UK, they must include a copy of their Irish Resident Permit and the current immigration stamp in their passport.

The letter must also say that they understand you must:

Information about where you will stay

You must include the details of where you will stay. You should include printouts of your booking confirmations. If you are staying with friends, family or colleagues, see ‘letter of invitation’ above.

You must send your current passport. It must be valid for at least 6 months after the date you plan to leave Ireland. You must also send a photocopy of each page of all of your previous passports.

Proof of finances

You must show that you have the money you need for your trip. If someone else is paying for your visit (for example a family member), you should send documents to show that they can afford to pay for you.

You don’t need to have a particular or set amount of money to qualify for a short-stay visa.

Passport photos

Include 2 passport photos. You must sign your name and put your visa application transaction number on the back of each photo.

Show that you must return home

You must show that you have strong ties to your home country and that you must return home. This could be family responsibilities, work, education or something else. You should send proof of these responsibilities. For example, if you are working you should send a letter from your employer and recent payslips.

You can read more details of the documents you need on the Immigration Service Delivery website.

If you sent your application to Dublin, you can check visa decisions and waiting times . If you sent your application somewhere else, you can contact the embassy or consulate you sent your documents to for updates on your application. Applications take around 8 weeks, but may take longer.

If your visa application is successful, the visa office will post your passport back to you with the visa attached. The visa will be valid for a particular period. Having a visa does not guarantee that you will be allowed to enter Ireland .

You will get a letter that says why your visa application was refused. You can appeal this decision within 2 months.

You are expected to leave the State on or before the date which has been stamped on your passport by the Immigration Officer when you entered.

You can only extend your visa if there is an unexpected change in your circumstances since you entered Ireland.

You cannot get an extension if:

• There is no change in circumstances from the time you entered Ireland
• There is no change in circumstances from the time you were granted a travel visa
• You are in Ireland to seek medical attention
• You are seeking a permission to marry in Ireland
• You are in Ireland to provide childcare facilities
• You wish to live in Ireland full time

Some people do not have to pay the visa fee .

A visa costs:

Single-journey visa : €60

Multiple-journey visa : €100

If you require a visa in order to visit Ireland, your application must be made online .

Irish embassies and consulates

Visa Office

Immigration Service Delivery 13-14 Burgh Quay Dublin 2 D02 XK70 Ireland

Related documents

• Visas for people visiting Ireland on business Certain people who wish to travel to Ireland for business purposes require visas. Find out more. 1956.4485
• Student visas to study in Ireland People from certain countries who wish to study in Ireland require visas. Find out more. 1065.7306
• Returning to Ireland to care for a family member This page includes information on returning to Ireland to care for a family member. 984.9468

If you have a question about this topic you can contact the Citizens Information Phone Service on 0818 07 4000 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 8pm).

You can also contact your local Citizens Information Centre .

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Required documents for poland schengen visa.

Documents for a Polish Schengen visa application must be filled in using Roman capital letters and either completed or translated into English or Polish.

• At least 2 blank pages
• With the applicant’s signature
• Not more than 10 years old
• Valid for at least 3 months after the expiration of the requested visa
• Previous passport, if applicable
• Size 3.5 x 4.5 cm
• Plain white background
• Taken within the past 6 months
• Forward-facing with facial features visible and clear
• Completed application form
• Biometric data (Fingerprints)
• Travel Itinerary or plan
• Proof of return to the country of residence or forward ticket to another country
• Reason for travel to Poland
• Flight reservations
• Proof of financial means (bank statements over the last 3-month period, personal properties, and/or other assets)
• Proof of accommodations (with booking reference number, location, and contact number of the hotel)
• Valid through the entire visa period
• Valid in all Schengen countries
• Minimum coverage of 30,000 EUR must be purchased
• Insurance conditions such as validity, duration, and extent of your coverage to be clearly stated on the confirmation letter or insurance document
• Name and address of employer
• Nature of employment
• Starting date of employment
• Purpose of travel
• Duration of time off from work for travel
• Personal-ID page of passport.
• Older Schengen visas (if relevant).
• Residence permit (if relevant).
• If the minor applicant is adopted, adoption documents are required
• If the minor applicant's parents are divorced, divorce papers are required
• If the minor applicant's parents are deceased, death certificates are required
• Letter of consent from both parents or legal guardians
• Passport copies of both parents or legal guardians
• It may also be necessary to submit supplementary documents in relation to your travel visa application.

Poland Schengen Visa Fees

The standard fee for the application for a Poland Schengen visa is 80 EUR. However, there are particular applicants who are exempted from fees, such as most student visas and visas for children below the age of 6. Applicants will probably have to pay a separate, non-refundable service payment with their application.

Poland Visa Application Steps

• Prepare all the required documents.
• Select “Tourism” as the reason for travel on the visa application form.
• Decide the number of entries needed to Poland or the Schengen area.
• The application form for a Polish Schengen visa can be found here . Register for an e-Konsult account, fill out the form, print, and sign it. The form must be submitted to the Polish consulate or visa processing center.
• Most applications require an in-person appointment at the nearest Polish Consulate or visa center in order to submit the application. Alternatively, applications may be submitted without prior appointment during normal operating hours. Contact the Polish Consulate or visa center to determine if there is a need to schedule an appointment.
• Another option is to schedule an appointment online through Poland's E-Konsult site through this link .
• Note: Applications must be submitted at least 15 days before the date of travel but not earlier than 6 months before the date of travel.
• Generally, applications must be submitted in person to the Polish Consulate or a visa application center that is connected with Poland. However, there may be a few differences in the submission procedures.
• Applicants will likely be required to submit their fingerprints (biometric data). Children below the age of 12 are exempted from fingerprint data collection. Applicants who have submitted their fingerprints within the last 59 months will most likely not be asked to resubmit.
• Applicants may be required to come back on another date for an interview regarding their trip.
• Pay the visa application fee.

When to Apply

Applications must be submitted at least 15 days before the travel date but not earlier than 6 months before the travel date.

Where to Apply for Poland Schengen Visa

Applications should be submitted personally either through the Polish Consulate or a visa application center that is connected with Poland.

Applications should be submitted only in the country of citizenship or residence.

In countries without any Polish consulate, applications may be submitted through a Schengen state consulate representing the interests of a Polish consulate.

Poland Visa Processing Time

It takes approximately 15 days to process Poland Schengen visa applications. However, in some cases it might take as long as 60 days.

For approved visa applications:

Applicants must ensure that the information on the visa is complete and valid upon collection.

Applicants who have received their Schengen Visa for Poland should remember the following things:

• Inform the Polish Consulate of any change to your itinerary after submission is completed.
• The approval of a Schengen visa does not guarantee entry to Poland or other countries in the Schengen area.
• Additional documents pertaining to your financial means or accommodation may still be required to gain entry to Poland or other Schengen areas.

For denied visa applications:

If your application for a Poland Schengen visa is rejected, you have the right to appeal the decision within 14 days.

The appeal must be submitted to the consul that rejected the visa.

If the rejection is upheld by the consul, a final request can be submitted through the same consul to the Provincial Administrative Court in Warsaw.

There is no fee for the appeal request. However, applicants who choose to proceed with a final appeal through the Polish courts are required to pay a fee that can be refunded in specific cases. However, it is non-refundable in most cases, whether your appeal is denied or approved.

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When is the best time to apply for my Poland visa? The best time to apply for your Poland visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we may be able to process your visa on a faster service at the Embassy’s discretion.

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The  Poland tourist visa  is available to any foreign national who wishes to visit Poland as a tourist. Poland may not be among the top ten most visited countries in Europe, but it does have its fair share of tourists who visit when the weather is much warmer. The government of Poland has simplified the visa application process to make it easier for applicants to obtain their tourist visas as quickly as possible. This page contains information about the Polish visa application process. You can also apply for a Poland tourist visa online by simply visiting VisaHQ.

Spending Your Holidays In Poland

Poland is sixth on the list of the most populous country in Europe, with a population of 38 million people. Boasting a land mass of 312,696 km2, the country is officially called the Republic of Poland. Poland joined the Schengen Union in 2007 and adopted the same immigration policy as other Schengen nations. This is why any traveler with a Schengen visa can enter Poland even if the Polish authorities did not issue the visa.

Poland has a dynamic economy and has experienced significant economic growth over the last two decades, which makes it one of the most stable economies in Europe. As for its tourism Industry, it is doing quite well. Some of their tourist attractions include the Masurian Lake, Gdansk Old Town, Krakow, Wroclaw, Malbork Castle, the capital Warsaw, and of course, 15 UNESCO Heritage Sites. Another notable site that draws visitors is anything but pleasant, and that is Auschwitz.

Despite its location in Eastern Europe, it is a lovely country worth visiting.

Do I Need A Tourist Visa To Enter Poland?

If you are from a fellow European Union country, you don’t need a visa to enter Poland. EU and Schengen country area citizens only need their passports or valid ID card to enter Poland. Also, citizens of some selected countries also do not need a visa to enter Poland as their visa free status allows them to stay in the country for 90 days. However, those from other non visa exempt countries or visa free visitors who plan to stay longer than the 90 days of grace will need to apply for a visa. 

Poland Tourist Visa Requirements

The only way to obtain a visa is to meet the standard application requirements. Without these visa documents, you will not be able to apply for a tourist visa to visit Poland or any Schengen area.

Completed Application Form:  The visa applicant must complete the visa application form by filling on your details correctly. Fictitious details will lead to application rejection.

Valid Passport:  A valid passport is required. The passport must have at least 3 months of validity after your planned exit date. Only passports with at least 2 blank pages and not older than 10 years will be accepted.

Photograph: A passport-sized photograph showing your face and shoulders clearly. The photograph must be printed on a white background.

Proof of funds: A statement of account to prove financial capacity to meet the minimum daily expenses of €22.5 per day.

Proof of accommodation: A copy of your hotel reservation

Travel insurance: All visitors must have travel medical insurance to cover their medical expenses. The minimum insurance coverage is €30,000.

Also, bear in mind that the border police or immigration officers will request your Poland visa and also ask you questions about the purpose of your visit, how long you plan to stay, and the city you plan to visit. Always provide valid information during questioning and hold nothing back. Also, make sure that they stamp your passport to avoid future fines or detainment. 

How To Apply For A Poland Tourist Visa

You may visit the Polish embassy in your country to apply for a visa. Request the application form, fill it out, attach the necessary documents, and submit it for processing. After submission, officials will invite you for a visa interview and also review your travel documents. If you can’t make it to the embassy, the other option available is the online method. You can apply for the visa by doing the following.

Visit VisaHQ. Select Poland as your destination

Choose your destination country

Select Tourist Visa as your preferred visa of choice

Fill out the visa application form

Attach the required documents

Pay the visa fee with a credit or debit card

Submit for processing

 The polish tourist visa is not a work visa, so tourists are not permitted to engage in any form of paid work during their stay in the country as this will be a violation. 

Those who break the law will be fined or face jail time. If you plan to work in Poland, consider applying for a work visa. The  Poland tourist visa  is meant for tourism and sightseeing and nothing else.

The  Poland business visa  is for visitors who wants to visit the country for business trip. Business persons or participants in an event may enter Poland with this visa. However, only applicants who meet the requirements will be issued one. This page contains information about the visa application process for foreign nationals. You can also apply for a Poland tourist visa online by simply visiting VisaHQ.

Who Needs A Poland Business Visa

This visa is for travelers who are not from visa-exempt countries. If you are not from any European country that is a member of the European Union or part of the Schengen countries region, you need a visa to enter Poland for business purposes.

Types of Poland Business Visa

There are three types of business visas. The short stay visa is suited for short stays, and it is also called the Schengen visa. It allows the holder to stay in Poland for up to 90 days. The difference between this visa and the other business visa types is that it allows the holder to enter any other Schengen nation as long as the visa is valid.

The other type is the C Visa. This one is for those who wish to stay in Poland for less than 90 days. The D visa is for business visitors who plan to stay in Poland for more than 90 days.  

The purpose of your trip and the length of stay will determine which visa you apply for. If your engagement in Poland will take a week or two, a Type C Visa should do; for a longer engagement of more than 90 days, you should opt for a Type D visa. However, if your business trips will take you to other countries aside from Poland, it will be best to apply for a Schengen visa to gain access to those countries with a single travel document. Uniform Schengen visa is valid across the Schengen region but does not attract a work permit. Those who wish to work in Poland should apply for a work visa.

Poland Business Visa Eligibility

This visa is issued to the applicant on account of the following.

Genuine intentions:  That the applicant is sincere about visiting Poland for business and not for any other purposes.

Ability to bear travel expenses:  That their expenses will be borne by them and not passed off as a social cost to the government. They must prove that they have the funds to cover their expenses.

Return ticket:  The applicant must have strong ties with their home country and have every reason to return home after they finish with their engagement in Poland.

Good character: They must have a clean record devoid of any criminal past. They must provide a Police Clearance Certificate to prove their good character.

Good health:  They must meet the minimum health standard set by the Polish ministry of health for all visitors.

Reasons to return: You must have strong ties in your home country to ensure that you will return after your stay. 

Documents For Poland Business Visa Requirements

 Here are the documents you must attach to your Poland visa application form.

Valid Passport:  You must attach a valid passport to your visa application form. The passport must have three extra months of validity after your departure date. Passports issued more than 10 years ago are not accepted by the authorities.

Previous visas:  If you have copies of previous visas, you are advised to attach them.

Photos : 2 passport-sized photographs in colored and showing your face clearly.

Proof of funds:  A bank statement of account showing that you have the financial capacity to cover your expenses.

Travel Insurance:  Travel medical insurance with a minimum coverage of €30,000 to cover any medical expenses you might have.

Cover Letter: A cover letter issued by the company inviting you to Poland. The letter must state the purpose of the trip.

Income tax returns: Income tax covering the last three years.

The company or organization inviting you must issue a declaration to cover all your expenses.

How To Apply For A Business Visa

If you want to apply for a business visa, you have two options; you either visit the Polish embassy in your country or submit an application form online. Here are the steps to take.

Visit VisaHQ. Choose Poland as your destination

Select your destination country

Choose Business Visa

Fill out the application form

Pay the visa fee

The process is easy and straightforward, and you will receive the visa in your email within 5 working days if your application is approved.

For  Poland business visa  embassy applications, the processing time may take 15 days. Visitors who wish to travel to multiple countries should apply for a Schengen visa. 

The Schengen visa is acceptable in any Schengen country as long as it was issued by a member nation.