--- title: Ireland visa for citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina description: "Citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina need a visa for Ireland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €80. Processing: 8–60 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/ireland/bosnia-and-herzegovina lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Ireland visa for citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina Citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina need a visa for Ireland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Official application site: https://www.visas.inis.gov.ie/ ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Irish Short Stay 'C' Visa (Tourist/Business) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Visa validity:** 90 days - **Entries:** Single entry - **Processing time:** 8–60 days - **Government fee:** €80 - **Passport validity:** At least 6 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 6 months showing sufficient funds ## How to apply 1. **Complete the online AVATS application** — Fill in the Irish visa application form on AVATS (https://www.visas.inis.gov.ie/) and print the signed summary sheet. 2. **Book an appointment at a VFS Global centre** — Schedule a biometrics appointment at the nearest VFS Global visa application centre (in Bosnia, only in Sarajevo, or via a regional office). 3. **Gather the required documents** — Collect all documents listed above, including passport, photos, financial proofs, and travel itinerary. 4. **Attend the appointment in person** — Visit the VFS Global centre to provide biometrics (fingerprints and photograph) and submit the paper application. 5. **Pay the visa fee and service charges** — Pay the €80 visa fee plus applicable VFS service charge at the centre. 6. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes from 8 working days up to 60 days; avoid making non-refundable bookings until visa is approved. 7. **Collect your passport** — Pick up your passport from the VFS centre or receive it by courier (if opted). ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay. - **Completed online visa application form (AVATS)** (Identity): Print and sign the summary sheet. - **Passport-sized photographs (2 recent, 35mm x 45mm, white background)** (Identity): One affixed to the application summary. - **Travel itinerary and flight reservations** (Travel): Must show entry and exit from Ireland and the Common Travel Area (first entry in the UK preferred). - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation letter)** (Travel): For entire stay in Ireland. - **Travel medical insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)** (Travel, optional): Strongly recommended, not explicitly mandatory for short stay. - **Bank statements (last 6 months)** (Financial): Show regular income and sufficient funds for the trip. - **Proof of employment (letter from employer stating salary and leave approved)** (Employment): If self-employed, provide business registration and tax returns. - **Income tax returns (last 2 years)** (Financial, optional): May be requested as additional proof of financial standing. - **Marriage certificate (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): If married and traveling with spouse. - **Invitation letter (if visiting friends or family)** (Supporting, optional): Must be signed by the host, include their address and Irish residence status. - **Proof of legal residence in country of application (if not Bosnia)** (Identity): Required if applying from a third country. ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** €1,000 (approximately) for short stays - Bank statements (last 6 months) - Proof of employment/salary - Tax returns Sufficient funds must cover accommodation, living expenses, and return travel. ## Good to know - Visa waiver for UK 'C' visa holders expired in October 2016; this route is no longer available. - Entry is permitted only if the first point of entry to the Common Travel Area is in the UK. ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient or unclear financial proofs** — Provide clear bank statements and salary slips covering at least 6 months. - **Incomplete or inconsistent travel itinerary** — Show confirmed round-trip flights and accommodation bookings in Ireland. - **Failure to demonstrate ties to home country** — Submit proof of employment, property, or family obligations in Bosnia. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina need a visa for Ireland? Citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina need a visa for Ireland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Irish Short Stay 'C' Visa (Tourist/Business). ### How long can citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina stay in Ireland? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Ireland visa cost for citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina? Government fee: €80. ### How long does Ireland visa processing take? Typically 8–60 days. ### What documents do citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina need for Ireland? Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages); Completed online visa application form (AVATS); Passport-sized photographs (2 recent, 35mm x 45mm, white background); Travel itinerary and flight reservations; Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation letter); Bank statements (last 6 months); and 6 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Ireland? At least 6 months. ### Where do I apply? On the official site: https://www.visas.inis.gov.ie/ ## Sources - [visas.inis.gov.ie](https://www.visas.inis.gov.ie/) ## More - [Ireland visa for every passport](/visa/ireland) - [Every destination for Bosnia and Herzegovina passport holders](/visa/passport/bosnia-and-herzegovina)