Please note:

• The applicable Visa Fee in Euros (€) is as per the current exchange rate and is subject to change without notice.
• The following categories of applicants are exempted of Visa fees:
• Children under 6 years
• Pupils, students and accompanying teachers during a school trip
• Researchers travelling to perform scientific research
• Representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, Sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations.

• The Special Delivery facility for the return of processed applications is available at a fee of 27.06 Euros (Inclusive of VAT) per application. This is an optional service.
• The SMS and email notification for the processing of the applications is available at a fee of 4.33 euros (Inclusive of VAT) per application. This is an optional service.
• The Visa fees can be paid by cash only. Cheque payments and direct bank transfers are not accepted.
• All fees are non-refundable

• Online Application Form. Please ensure it is fully completed, signed in both required fields, and bring with you when attending for your appointment Please note that forms submitted from any other source will not be accepted.
• Passport/travel document. Please provide the original and a copy of the page with your personal data and photo. Your passport will not be accepted if it has been issued more than 10 years ago as of the date of return from your scheduled trip. The same applies to passports issued more than 10 years ago that have since been extended. Your passport must also be valid for at least another 90 days beyond your return date from Schengen area, and must have at least 2 blank adjacent visa pages in it.
• Irish certificate of registration (GNIB card) valid for at least three months after the date of expiry day.
• Proof of current address in Ireland
  (ESB bill, telephone bill, gas bill, bank statement, rent book, lease agreement etc.)
• Proof of current occupation in Ireland
  • If you are employed: Your work permit, letter for employer and most recent pay slip. If you do not require a work permit: a letter from your employer or copy of work contract and your last pay slip P60 if applicable.
  • If you are self-employed: your company's registration certificate and a recent business print out available from the Companies Registration Office (CRO).
  • If you are a student: recent letter from your university / college / school confirming your attendance/status, number of hours of tuition per week and duration of the course. Proof of part-time employment if applicable or information on sponsorship, bank statement for the last 3 months Sponsor, ID for Sponsor, and Sponsor Letter.
  • If you are retired: your pension booklet
  • lf you are a dependent: proof of your spouse's occupation and passport as well as your marriage certificate, if applicable.
  • Kids: Letter for School or GP letter, and all the documents for the parents.
• Bank Statement
  To support yourself during your journey the last 3 months of your bank statement whit minimum 600.00 euros in your balance, if you will pay for your family your bank statement must be 600.00 for each. Example one family whit 3 person your balance need be 1.800.00 euros.
• Full Travel Insurance (certificate and policy)
  The Embassy only accepts an individual or group travel insurance covering the costs for emergency treatment by a doctor or in a hospital and repatriation to your country of residence. The insurance must be valid in all Schengen states for the duration of your stay and must have a minimum cover of 30,000 Euro per person. Applicants should take medical insurance in Ireland.
  
  

  Travel Insurance is mandatory for travelling to Spain. You may get your travel insurance from any authorized insurance company/agent or you may Click here if you wish to avail it now from Europ Assistance.

• Accommodation proof
  • You must show hotel bookings for every single night you spend in the Schengen area, and they must correspond with your travel tickets. If your name is not mentioned on the accommodation reservation, then a joint travel confirmation letter signed and dated by the person whose name is on the reservation must also be provided. In addition, a photocopy of that person’s passport/ID card + passport must also be provided. If the signature is on a different page other than the main page with photo, a copy of this page should also be provided…
  • If invited to stay in Spain with a family member or friend, you must provide an original and copy of the Official Invitation letter issued by Police of Spain with a copy of host’s Passport. (Original will be returned to you after visa decision has been made). Please note only an official invitation issued by Police of Spain will be accepted. A letter written by the host will not be accepted
• Flight tickets.

• Taken against a white so that features are distinguishable and contrast against the background.
• Clear share quality and with the face in focus.
• Printed on normal photographic paper (camera print).
• Full face, non-smiling [without sunglasses, a hat/cap or other head covering, unless the applicant wears such items because of their religious belief or ethnic background]
• Please stick the Photograph on the Visa Application Form.