Ireland Visa for UAE Residence Visa Holders with Indian Passports: Documents, Cost & Processing Time
Indian passport holders need a visa for Ireland. Here is the full 2026 picture for Indians living in the UAE: whether your residence helps, the cost in AED, documents, timings and how to apply from Dubai.
VERIFIED · OFFICIAL SOURCE · 12 OCT 2026Ireland visa at a glance
Is this guide for you?
This page covers short tourist and family visits. Check all four.
Going for work, study or a long stay? Those need a different visa type. See the full Ireland visa guide.
Does living in the UAE change anything?
The rules above are the official rules for Indian passport holders. Some countries give easier entry to people who hold certain residence permits or visas. Before your application is filed, a Krosz visa expert checks whether your UAE residence visa changes anything for Ireland.
A visa centre in the UAE
≈ AED 356
Your UAE Residence Visa
Total cost for Indians in the UAE
What you pay at Krosz checkout, per traveller, for a tourist visa.
| Item | INR | AED (approx.) | Refundable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government fee | ₹6,880 | AED 265 | No |
| Krosz service fee | ₹1,999 | AED 77 | Yes |
| GST (18%) on Krosz service fee | ₹360 | AED 14 | No |
| Total per traveller | ₹9,239 | AED 356 |
Government fee: EUR 60 single-entry short-stay (C) visit visa fee; EUR 100 for multi-entry (Irish Immigration Service / Department of Justice). AED at ₹25.96 per AED (rates of 14 Oct 2026). Prices in effect from 6 Sept 2026.
How to apply from the UAE
This visa needs an in-person step. You normally apply in the country where you legally live, so from the UAE.
- 1Pay & uploadPassport, photo, your permit
- 2Expert preparesForm and checklist for your case
- 3Book appointmentAt the Ireland visa centre or mission
- 4BiometricsSubmit your passport
- 5DecisionAbout 1–56 days
- 6FlyPassport returned with visa
When to apply
Apply at least 112 days before your flight. Official timing: Generally about 8 weeks after documents are received (Irish Immigration Service).
Documents checklist
For the application
Passport valid for 6+ months.
Keep ready for travel
Mistakes that cause problems
Visa decisions rest with the Ireland authorities. No service can guarantee approval.
Rules during your stay, and getting back
| How long you can stay | Up to 90 days (Short Stay C Tourist Visa) |
|---|---|
| Visa validity | 90 days from issue |
| Extending | Extensions are only given in rare and exceptional cases, when your situation changes in an unforeseen way after you arrive. Extra tourism is not a valid reason. Apply from inside Ireland before your permission ends. |
| Getting back into UAE | Your UAE residence visa must be valid on the day you fly back, so check your Emirates ID expiry before you book. Most residence visas can be cancelled after more than six months outside the UAE; you would then need a return permit through ICP or GDRFA Dubai. Golden Visa holders are treated differently. |
Questions Indians in the UAE ask about Ireland
Do Indians living in UAE need a visa for Ireland?
Visa needed. Apply through a Ireland embassy or visa centre, normally in the country where you live, before you travel.
How much does the Ireland visa cost for Indian residents of UAE?
With Krosz the total is ₹9,239 per traveller (about AED 356), including the government fee, Krosz service fee and GST. Government fee: EUR 60 single-entry short-stay (C) visit visa fee; EUR 100 for multi-entry (Irish Immigration Service / Department of Justice).
How long does it take?
Generally about 8 weeks after documents are received (Irish Immigration Service)
How long can I stay in Ireland?
Up to 90 days (Short Stay C Tourist Visa)
Can I apply from Dubai?
Yes. You normally apply through the Ireland embassy or its visa centre in the country where you legally live, so from the UAE. Krosz prepares your file and books the appointment.
Can I extend my stay?
Extensions are only given in rare and exceptional cases, when your situation changes in an unforeseen way after you arrive. Extra tourism is not a valid reason. Apply from inside Ireland before your permission ends.
Is the Krosz fee refundable?
The Krosz service fee is refundable under the refund policy. Government fees and GST are not refundable.
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Source: Citizens Information (Ireland). Last verified 12 Oct 2026. Visa rules change often; your Krosz expert re-checks them before filing.