Ireland trip from India: 8-day Dublin to Cork plan, ₹1.6–2.3L
An 8-day Ireland itinerary from India: the separate Irish visa, 6–8 week processing, a rupee budget, Cliffs of Moher, Ring of Kerry and how to get around.
Ireland
Atlantic cliffs, Georgian Dublin and green peninsulas, on a separate Irish short-stay visa.
Entry rules for Indian passports
| Entry | Irish short-stay 'C' visa, applied for in advance (separate from the Schengen visa); lodged through VFS Global |
|---|---|
| Stay | Up to 90 days, or as border control permits |
| Government fee | ₹5,300 single entry, ₹9,000 multiple entry (€60 and €100 on the Irish Immigration fee table), plus VFS charges |
| Processing | Usual first decision 6–8 weeks after the embassy receives the application, excluding VFS and courier time |
| Official site | www.ireland.ie |
When to go
The best months are May, June, July, August, September. Flights from India: Usually one stop via the Gulf, London or a European hub: about 12–16 h to Dublin; check for any non-stop schedule. Currency: Euro (EUR), roughly ₹100–105; check the day's rate. Clocks: IST − 5:30 (IST − 4:30 in summer).
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