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title: Ireland visa for citizens of Peru
description: "Citizens of Peru need a visa for Ireland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: $80. Processing: 30–60 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Ireland visa for citizens of Peru

Citizens of Peru 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.*

Application site: https://www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/peru/visas/

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Long Stay (D) / Short Stay (C) Visa
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 30–60 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 3 months showing sufficient funds

## How to apply

1. **Complete online application form** — Fill in the Irish visa application form on AVATS
2. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the €80 fee (or equivalent USD) as instructed
3. **Print and sign application form** — Print the completed form and sign it
4. **Gather required documents** — Collect all documents listed above (photocopies and originals)
5. **Schedule appointment at embassy/VAC** — Book an appointment at the Irish Embassy in Lima or designated VAC
6. **Attend appointment and submit biometrics** — Submit biometrics (photograph and fingerprints) and hand over documents
7. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 30 to 60 days
8. **Receive passport with visa or rejection letter** — Collect passport or receive by courier with decision

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity)** (Travel): Must have at least 6 months validity from date of intended departure from Ireland
- **Completed visa application form** (Supporting): Fill online and print signed copy
- **Two recent passport-sized photographs** (Supporting): 35mm x 45mm, white background, not older than 6 months
- **Flight itinerary (round trip)** (Travel): Confirmed or reserved return flight booking
- **Proof of accommodation in Ireland** (Travel): Hotel reservation or invitation letter from host
- **Travel medical insurance** (Travel): Minimum coverage of €30,000 for medical emergencies
- **Bank statements (last 3 months)** (Financial): Show sufficient funds for stay
- **Employment letter or proof of income** (Employment): Letter from employer stating position, salary, and approved leave
- **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit** (Supporting): Describe travel plans and intent to return
- **Visa fee payment receipt** (Financial): Pay fee at designated bank or online as instructed
- **Biometric appointment confirmation** (Supporting): Appointment confirmation from VFS/embassy

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Approximately €50 per day of stay
- Bank statements
- Payslips
- Sponsorship letter

Must show sufficient funds for whole stay; if sponsored, sponsor must provide proof

## Good to know

- Incomplete or incorrect documents can cause rejection or delays
- Visa does not guarantee entry; Irish border officials make final decision

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient funds or unclear source of income** — Provide clear bank statements and employment proof showing adequate funds
- **Failure to prove intent to return to Peru** — Include return flight booking and ties to home country (property, family, job)
- **Incorrect or incomplete application form** — Double-check all fields before submission and use AVATS correctly

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Peru need a visa for Ireland?

Citizens of Peru need a visa for Ireland and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Long Stay (D) / Short Stay (C) Visa.

### How long can citizens of Peru stay in Ireland?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Ireland visa cost for citizens of Peru?

Government fee: $80.

### How long does Ireland visa processing take?

Typically 30–60 days.

### What documents do citizens of Peru need for Ireland?

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity); Completed visa application form; Two recent passport-sized photographs; Flight itinerary (round trip); Proof of accommodation in Ireland; Travel medical insurance; and 5 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Ireland?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/peru/visas/. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

## Sources

- [dfa.ie](https://www.dfa.ie/irish-embassy/peru/visas/)

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