At Actus, we provide a range of visa services to help support your application for immigration. Our highly experienced team can provide expert guidance to ensure a smooth visa application
There are several types of visas for Ireland regarding the entry of assignees/ employees and their family. Our visa services can help you choose the right one.
D Class Long Stay Visa
An entry visa is a prerequisite for visa-required nationals to enter Ireland. This is needed in addition to the employment permit for those on assignment or employment for over 3 months. A D Class (long stay) visa is required.
Qualifying Family Members
Family members entering Ireland with an employment permit holder or joining them for more than 3 months must apply for a D Class (long stay) spousal/ dependent visa.
- Qualifying Family Members:
- Spouses
- De Facto Partners (pre-clearance required)
- Civil Partners
- Dependent Children
Short Stay C Class Visa
Visa-required nationals entering Ireland for less than 3 months must apply for a short stay C Class visa. This may be a visitor visa (for those visiting family or tourists). A business visit visa (for meetings or conferences). A training visa (for those on training courses or placements).
Visa Application Criteria and Challenges
The visa application process involves two stages: an online application form and the physical presentation of documents at your appropriate VFS Office, Embassy, or Consulate.
Key steps in Visa Application:
- Visa Type: Apply for the correct visa type for your situation.
- Form Completion: Fully and correctly complete the online form.
- Documentation: Present all required documents and guarantee letters at the relevant Embassy/ Consulate or VFS office.
Processes vary between different embassies/consulates. Ensure you include any extra local requirements for the country you are applying through.
Visa Application Challenges
The application process can be challenging, we offer a visa application service, with a discount if we have handled the original employment permit application. Contact us for further details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Actus assists with various visas including D Class long stay visas, C Class short stay visas, family visas for spouses, de facto partners, civil partners, and dependent children. Business visas, Training visas and Visitor visas and Study visas.
The visa application process involves two stages: Completing an online application form and then presenting documents at the appropriate VFS Office, Embassy, or Consulate. We will take you through the entire process.
Required documents depend on the type of visa. For example, employment visas require a permit. You will need a marriage and birth certificates for spousal and dependent visas. All visa types normally require your passport, financial statements, guarantee letters, accommodation details. You will need to meet any additional local requirements specified by the relevant embassy or consulate. Please contact us to discuss your specific needs.
Yes, processes and requirements can vary between different embassies and consulates. It is important to include any extra local requirements for the country through which you are applying. For example applicants applying from India require to submit Police Clearance Certificates. If you are not a citizen of the country where you are applying from you will need to submit your permission to reside in that country.
The duration of the visa application process can vary depending on the visa type and country of application. It is important to submit a complete application and the correct documents to avoid delays. Contact Actus for the most accurate and up-to-date processing times.
Yes, Actus assists with both employment permits and family visas.
