COVID-19: Short-stay visa processing resumed

The Irish government announced it has resumed processing short-stay visa applications.

Key Points:

• As of Sept. 13, foreign nationals may apply for short-stay visas.
• Travelers arriving into Ireland must continue to comply fully with all public health measures.
• More information and application instructions for short-stay visas can be found here.

Additional Information: The announcement marks the first time since March of 2020 that short-stay visas have been processed. Short-stay visas can be used for up to 90 days for business travel, tourism purposes and training.

Individuals traveling from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) who do not have a DCC or proof of vaccination or recovery will be subject to a mandatory quarantine and further testing. Individuals from high-risk countries may have to quarantine in a designated hotel.

BAL Analysis: Travelers from countries that require a visa to enter the country will benefit from the processing resumption. BAL will continue to monitor these developments and will provide more information as it becomes available.

This alert has been provided by the BAL Global practice. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com.

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