Everything Nigeria citizens need to know about applying for a Ireland visa. Updated April 2026.
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| Visa Type | Short Stay C Visit Visa |
| Application Fee | €60 single-journey / €100 multiple-journey (Irish government fee) + separate VFS Global service fee |
| Processing Time | Often 8-12 weeks or longer — apply at least 3 months ahead |
| Maximum Stay | Up to 90 days (single-journey allows one entry) |
| Official Portal | Official application site |
Apply online via AVATS, then biometrics at VFS Global in Abuja or Lagos
A UK visa does NOT cover Ireland — Nigeria is not on the British-Irish Visa Scheme
Ireland is not in the Schengen area — a Schengen visa does not admit you
AVATS summary form must be submitted within 30 days of completing it online
The decision is made on your documents — the visa officer must be satisfied you are a genuine visitor who will leave, so finances with a stable history and clear ties to Nigeria matter more than a last-minute lump sum.
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Yes. Nigeria citizens need a Short Stay C Visit Visa to visit Ireland. The application fee is €60 single-journey / €100 multiple-journey (Irish government fee) + separate VFS Global service fee and standard processing takes Often 8-12 weeks or longer — apply at least 3 months ahead.
The Short Stay C Visit Visa application fee is €60 single-journey / €100 multiple-journey (Irish government fee) + separate VFS Global service fee. Budget for the total cost including biometrics, service centre fees, and any required medical examinations.
Standard processing for Nigeria citizens applying for a Ireland Short Stay C Visit Visa takes Often 8-12 weeks or longer — apply at least 3 months ahead. Apply well in advance of your intended travel date to allow for potential delays.
Beyond standard documents (valid passport, photos, financial proof), Nigeria citizens must meet these corridor-specific requirements: Apply online via AVATS, then biometrics at VFS Global in Abuja or Lagos. A UK visa does NOT cover Ireland — Nigeria is not on the British-Irish Visa Scheme. Ireland is not in the Schengen area — a Schengen visa does not admit you. AVATS summary form must be submitted within 30 days of completing it online. TravelReady generates a personalised checklist for the Nigeria-Ireland corridor.
The decision is made on your documents — the visa officer must be satisfied you are a genuine visitor who will leave, so finances with a stable history and clear ties to Nigeria matter more than a last-minute lump sum. The most common rejection causes for this corridor are incomplete documentation, insufficient financial evidence, and weak ties to Nigeria. TravelReady's Expert Document Validation checks your documents against embassy rules specific to the Nigeria-Ireland route before you submit.
Data sources: Requirements sourced from official embassy and consulate websites, IATA travel regulations, and government immigration portals.
Update policy: Requirements are reviewed continuously and updated within 24 hours when policy changes are announced. Last reviewed: April 2026
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