A Short Stay ‘C’ Business Visa allows individuals to travel to Ireland for up to 90 days for business-related activities.

Permitted Activities

Holders of this visa can:

• Attend meetings.
• Negotiate or sign agreements or contracts.
• Work for up to 14 days.

Restrictions

This visa does not permit:

• Work for 15 days or more, whether paid or unpaid.
• Access to Irish public services, such as public healthcare.

Policy & Assessment Criteria for Short Stay ‘C’ Visas

All Short Stay ‘C’ Visa applicants must prove that they have strong family, social, or economic ties to a country outside Ireland. This ensures that their stay will be temporary and in accordance with Irish immigration laws.

Policy Considerations

All Short Stay ‘C’ Visa applicants must prove that they have strong family, social, or economic ties to a country outside Ireland. This ensures that their stay will be temporary and in accordance with Irish immigration laws.

The maximum stay permitted under a Short Stay ‘C’ Visa is 90 days.

Applicant Responsibilities

Applicants bear the burden of proof and must convince the visa officer that they:

• Intend to leave Ireland at the end of their visit.
• Have sufficient funds to support themselves without working or accessing public funds.
• Have proof of return or onward travel arrangements.
• Will not attempt to enter the UK via Ireland without a valid UK visa.
• Have a clear immigration history with Ireland, the UK, the Schengen Zone, and other countries.

The visa officer may verify any evidence submitted during the application process.

Grounds for Visa Refusal

Applicants should be aware of potential reasons for visa refusal, including criminal history or submission of false information.

Criminal & Immigration History

A visa application may be refused if the applicant has:

• A history of serious crimes.
• A record of breaching Irish or UK immigration laws.

Submission of False or Misleading Information

Providing false or misleading information or fraudulent documents can lead to:

• Immediate visa refusal.
• Ineligibility to appeal the decision.
• A 5-year ban from obtaining an Irish visa.

This policy aligns with the visa regulations of many other countries.

Summary of Visa Requirements

To successfully obtain a Short Stay ‘C’ Business Visa, applicants must clearly demonstrate:

✔️ Intention to leave Ireland before the visa expires.
✔️ Sufficient financial resources to support themselves.
✔️ Good character and full disclosure of all relevant information.
✔️ No intention to use the Irish visa as a way to unlawfully enter the UK or the EU.

For expert assistance in preparing a strong visa application, Immigration Solicitors can provide professional guidance and legal support.