Ireland visa from Algeria
Last verified: July 2026 (irishimmigration.ie source)
Do you need a visa for Ireland from Algeria?
Yes. Algerian nationals need a visa for Ireland. Ireland is neither in the Schengen area nor in the UK: it is a national system with a short-stay 'C' visa (≤ 90 days) and a long-stay 'D' visa (> 90 days). You apply online via AVATS then by courier — there is no VFS centre in Algeria (processing via the Embassy of Ireland, Abu Dhabi). Short-stay fee €60 (single) / €100 (multiple).
Official source: irishimmigration.ie
At a glance
- Main type
- Short-stay 'C' visa
- System
- Irish national visa (non-Schengen, non-UK)
- Length (short stay)
- ≤ 90 days
- Fees (short stay)
- €60 (single) / €100 (multiple)
- Application
- Online AVATS + courier submission
- Submission in Algeria
- No VFS — via the Embassy of Ireland (Abu Dhabi)
- Decision
- Irish visa officer
- Study > 90 days
- Long-stay 'D' visa (ILEP course)
Choose your purpose of travel
Required documents (short-stay 'C')
- Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond the intended stay)
- Completed AVATS online application, printed and signed
- Standard photo (recent)
- Proof of funds (recent bank statements covering the stay)
- Proof of accommodation (hotel or invitation letter)
- Round-trip flight booking
- Proof of employment or business registration
- Letter explaining the purpose of the trip
- Proof of ties to Algeria (assured return)
How to apply, step by step
- 1Complete the AVATS online application
Official form: purpose, dates, details; print and sign the summary.
- 2Gather the documents + pay the fee
€60 (single entry) or €100 (multiple entry), paid per the AVATS instructions.
- 3Send the file by courier
There is no VFS centre in Algeria: the file + passport go to the competent Irish visa office (via the Embassy of Ireland, Abu Dhabi).
- 4An Irish visa officer decides
Tracked via AVATS.
- 5Collect your passport
Per the visa office's instructions.
By purpose of travel
Ireland tourist visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need to visit Ireland as a tourist from Algeria?
For tourism in Ireland, Algerians apply for a short-stay 'C' visa — stay ≤ 90 days. Apply online via AVATS then send the file by courier (no VFS in Algeria). Proof of funds and ties to Algeria. Fee €60 (single) / €100 (multiple).
Extra documents for this purpose
- Hotel reservation / proof of accommodation
- Travel itinerary (Dublin, Cork, Galway…)
Questions about this purpose
Can I also go to Northern Ireland?
Northern Ireland is part of the UK: you need a separate UK visa (Algeria is not eligible for the British-Irish Visa Scheme).
Ireland business visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need for a business trip to Ireland from Algeria?
For meetings, trade shows or conferences in Ireland, Algerians apply for a short-stay 'C' visa for business — stay ≤ 90 days, no employment. An invitation letter from the Irish company strengthens the file. Apply online AVATS. Fee €60 / €100.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Invitation letter from the Irish host company
- Letter from your employer / company
- Meeting agenda / trade-show registration
Questions about this purpose
Can I work on this visa?
No. It covers meetings, trade shows and negotiations, not paid employment (which needs a work permit — outside OuiVisa's scope).
Is the invitation letter mandatory?
Strongly recommended: an invitation from the Irish company strengthens the file.
Ireland family visit visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need to visit a relative in Ireland from Algeria?
To visit family or friends in Ireland, Algerians apply for a short-stay 'C' visa — ≤ 90 days. The host provides an invitation letter with proof of their status (citizen/resident) and accommodation. Apply online AVATS. Fee €60 / €100.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Host invitation letter (status + address)
- Proof of the family relationship
- Proof of accommodation (with host or hotel)
Questions about this purpose
What invitation does Ireland need?
A letter from the Irish host stating their status (citizen/resident), address and any cover of the stay; attached to your proof of funds.
Who can pay for the stay?
You or your host; provide the matching proof of funds.
Ireland medical treatment visa from Algeria
Which visa do you need for medical treatment in Ireland from Algeria?
For private treatment in Ireland (≤ 90 days), Algerians apply for a short-stay 'C' visa for a medical purpose. You need a letter from the Irish hospital or clinic (appointment + estimate) and proof of funds covering care and stay. Apply online AVATS. Fee €60 / €100.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Letter from the Irish hospital / clinic (appointment + estimate)
- Medical records + letter from your doctor in Algeria
- Proof of funds covering care and stay
- Proof of coverage / deposit (if applicable)
Questions about this purpose
What medical documents are required?
A letter from the Irish hospital or clinic (appointment + estimate) and your medical records with your Algerian doctor's recommendation.
Can the treatment stay exceed 90 days?
Beyond 90 days, a long-stay 'D' visa for medical reasons may be needed (different rules).
How do I fund the care?
At your expense: prove sufficient funds; care is not covered without agreement/insurance.
Short study in Ireland (< 90 days) from Algeria
Which visa do you need for a course under 90 days in Ireland?
For a course under 90 days (short English course, training), a short-stay 'C' study visa is enough — no D visa. You need an enrolment letter and proof of funds. Apply online AVATS. Fee €60 / €100. For a course over 90 days, you need the long-stay 'D' visa (ILEP course).
Extra documents for this purpose
- Enrolment / admission letter for the course (< 90 days)
- Proof of funds (fees + stay)
Questions about this purpose
Do I need a D visa?
No for a course under 90 days. A short-stay 'C' study visa is enough.
What if the course exceeds 90 days?
Then you need a long-stay 'D' visa with a course on the ILEP — see the dedicated page.
Can I work?
Short stay does not allow work.
Ireland transit visa from Algeria
Do you need a transit visa for Ireland?
Yes. Algeria is among the nationalities subject to the Irish transit visa to pass through an Irish airport/port to another country. The transit visa costs €25. If you need to enter Ireland (not simply transit), it is a short-stay 'C' visa (€60 / €100). Apply online via AVATS.
Extra documents for this purpose
- Valid passport
- Onward ticket (connecting flight)
- Visa of the final destination (if required)
- Printed and signed AVATS application
Questions about this purpose
Do Algerians need a transit visa for Ireland?
Yes. Algeria is among the nationalities subject to the Irish transit visa.
How much is the transit visa?
€25.
When do I need a short stay instead of a transit?
As soon as you actually enter Ireland (not simply transit): a short-stay 'C' visa is then required.
Fees (short-stay 'C')
| Short-stay 'C' visa (single entry) | €60 |
| Short-stay 'C' visa (multiple entry) | €100 |
| Courier / bank charges | to confirm |
Official fees (irishimmigration.ie): short-stay 'C' visa €60 (single entry) / €100 (multiple entry), + courier/bank charges (to confirm). Ireland is not in the Schengen area nor in the UK: this is a national visa. You apply online via AVATS then by courier; there is no VFS centre in Algeria (processing via the Embassy of Ireland, Abu Dhabi). Confirm on irishimmigration.ie before applying.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I submit an Ireland visa from Algeria?
Online via AVATS then by courier; there is no VFS centre in Algeria (processing via the Embassy of Ireland, Abu Dhabi).
Where do I submit my application?
You apply online via AVATS, then print, sign and send the file by courier. There is no VFS centre in Algeria: applications are processed via the Embassy of Ireland in Abu Dhabi (fee lodged to its account, AVATS reference quoted). An Irish visa officer decides.
Does the Irish visa cover the UK or the Schengen area?
No. Ireland is neither in Schengen nor in the UK. This visa is for Ireland only: Algeria is not eligible for the British-Irish Visa Scheme, so a separate UK visa is needed for the United Kingdom.
How much is the short-stay visa?
€60 for a single entry, €100 for multiple entries.
How long can I stay?
≤ 90 days with a short-stay 'C' visa. To stay more than 90 days (long study), you need a long-stay 'D' visa.
What timeline should I expect?
Allow several weeks; submit the AVATS application well ahead and send the file promptly (documents must reach the office within 30 days of creating the application).
Is visa approval guaranteed?
No. The decision rests with an Irish visa officer; a OuiVisa partner agency prepares and tracks the file, but approval is not guaranteed.
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