🇮🇪Ireland

Typically bring

• Valid Indian passport with at least 6 months remaining validity and at least two blank pages.
• Completed visa application form (usually online).
• Recent passport‑size photograph meeting Irish specifications.
• Proof of travel itinerary – confirmed flight reservations (return or onward ticket).
• Accommodation details – hotel booking or invitation from a host in Ireland.
• Evidence of sufficient funds for the stay (bank statements, salary slips, or sponsor letters).

Watch out for

• Applying too close to your intended travel date – processing can take several weeks, so start early.
• Submitting incomplete or illegible documents, which leads to delays or rejection.
• Not having a passport that meets the six‑month validity rule; Irish officials may refuse entry.
• Failing to provide proof of accommodation or a clear travel plan, which are common reasons for visa denial.
• Overlooking the need for travel medical insurance; lack of it can result in a refused visa.

Good to know

• Currency is the Euro (EUR); credit cards are widely accepted, and ATMs are plentiful in cities.
• English is the primary language, with Irish (Gaelic) also an official language in signage and some areas.
• Ireland has good 4G/5G coverage in urban areas; consider a local SIM or an international roaming plan.
• The country is safe for tourists, but standard precautions apply – keep an eye on personal belongings in crowded places.
• Tipping is not mandatory but appreciated in restaurants (around 10% if service isn’t included).