Ireland Visa RequirementsFor Bangladesh passport holders
Ireland is not part of the Schengen Area and requires a separate Irish visa for Bangladeshi passport holders. Applications are submitted online through INIS (Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service), with a fee of approximately EUR 60-100 (approximately USD 75).
Bangladesh passport holders require a visa to enter Ireland.
Apply online at visas.inis.gov.ie, then submit biometrics and documents at the Irish Visa Application Centre in Dhaka. Required documents: completed online application, valid passport, passport photos, travel insurance, proof of finances (bank statements for 6 months), confirmed return flight, accommodation bookings, and employment or enrollment letter. The C-visa (short stay) fee is approximately EUR 60. Processing can take 4-8 weeks; apply well in advance.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Bangladesh to Ireland: What You Need to Know
Ireland is a popular destination for Bangladeshi students and professionals, particularly those attending English-language programs or working in multinational companies. There is a growing Bangladeshi community in Dublin. Since Ireland is outside the Schengen Zone, a Schengen visa does not permit entry to Ireland, and vice versa. The Irish Visa Application Centre operates in Dhaka.
Practical Tips
Ireland is not on Schengen, so plan separate visas if you intend to visit both Ireland and Continental Europe. UK and Ireland have a Common Travel Area (CTA), but a UK visa does not automatically grant Ireland entry for Bangladeshi citizens. Start your application process early as Irish visa processing times can be lengthy. Dublin is an expensive city; budget accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ireland part of Schengen? Can Bangladeshi citizens use a Schengen visa to enter Ireland?
No, Ireland is not part of the Schengen Area. A separate Irish short-stay visa is required. A Schengen visa does not grant entry to Ireland.
How do Bangladeshi citizens apply for an Irish visa?
Apply online at visas.inis.gov.ie, then submit biometrics and supporting documents at the Irish Visa Application Centre in Dhaka. The C-visa short-stay fee is approximately EUR 60.
How long does Irish visa processing take for Bangladeshi applicants?
Processing can take 4-8 weeks. Apply well in advance of your travel date, as Irish processing times are among the longer ones in Europe.
Does a UK visa allow Bangladeshi citizens to enter Ireland?
No, a UK visa does not automatically grant entry to Ireland for Bangladeshi citizens. Ireland and the UK have a Common Travel Area, but this does not extend visa-free access for third-country nationals.