I live in Northern Ireland & hold a valid UK Visa. Do I need an Irish Visa to enter the Republic, even on a short trip?
• 17. I am legally resident in Northern Ireland, where can I apply for an Irish Visa? • 18. I hold a valid Schengen Visa. Do I require an Irish Visa? • 19. I will be travelling to, or am already in another country on a short stay, and wish to travel to Ireland. Can I apply for my visa in the Irish Embassy there? • 20. Can I come to Ireland to study? • 21. If I get a Study Visa can my spouse/children join me in Ireland? • 22. Can I come to Ireland to work? • 23. If I am granted permission to work in Ireland can my spouse/children come with me/join me later? • 24. Will my spouse be permitted to work? • 25. Do I qualify for a Van der Elst visa? • 26. I am an Irish national. My spouse is a visa-required national. Does s/he need a visa to visit/live in Ireland?