23/04/2026
How to Get an Ireland Visit Visa from Nigeria
The Ireland tourist visa — formally classified as a short-stay C visa — is the entry permit required by Nigerian citizens and other non-EEA nationals who wish to travel to Ireland for leisure, sightseeing, visiting family or friends, or attending short non-academic events for a stay of up to 90 days. Ireland is a uniquely positioned travel destination: it is not part of the Schengen Area, meaning a Schengen visa does not grant entry to Ireland and a separate Ireland tourist visa must be obtained. Ireland offers an extraordinary range of experiences for Nigerian travellers — from the dramatic Cliffs of Moher and the Wild Atlantic Way to Dublin's Georgian architecture and vibrant literary culture, the Ring of Kerry, Giant's Causeway, and the warmth of Irish hospitality. Applying for the Ireland tourist visa from Nigeria involves completing the online application form through the Irish Immigration Service portal, then submitting the physical document package at VFS Global in Lagos or Abuja — including a valid passport, six months of bank statements demonstrating sufficient funds (typically a guideline of €3,000–€6,000 for a 90-day visit), a detailed travel itinerary with confirmed accommodation, strong evidence of ties to Nigeria (employment, property, family), and — where visiting family or friends — a formal letter of invitation from the Irish-resident host. Processing typically takes 4 to 8 weeks. At Law and Visas, our immigration consultants specialise in helping Nigerian applicants prepare complete, accurate Ireland tourist visa applications — from financial documentation and ties-to-Nigeria evidence to VFS Global submission and appeal support.
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