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A visa invitation letter for Ireland is often a key supporting document when someone applies for a short-stay Irish visa to visit family or attend business. A service of this kind typically provides a professionally drafted invitation letter for an Irish visa application: a sponsor letter for short-stay business or family visits. It is written by an Irish solicitor based on the information you provide about the visit, the visitor and your relationship to them.
A clear, well-organised letter helps a visa officer understand the purpose of the trip, who is hosting the visitor and what support is being provided. Missing or vague details are a common source of difficulty, so it is worth getting the letter right before the application is submitted.
What’s included
- A professionally drafted invitation letter for an Irish visa application
- A sponsor letter for short-stay business visits
- A sponsor letter for short-stay family visits
Who this is for
- You live in Ireland and are inviting a family member to visit.
- Your business is inviting an overseas contact for meetings or a short business trip.
- A previous visa application was refused and you want a clearer supporting letter this time.
- You are sponsoring a visitor’s stay and want the arrangements set out properly.
How it works
- Contact a solicitor of your choice — choose the service and place your order, or contact us if you’d like to confirm details first.
- Complete a short questionnaire — tell us about your situation and upload any documents that are relevant.
- A solicitor would review your matter
- Delivered by email — you receive the solicitor’s work by email, with follow-up arranged where needed.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a visa invitation letter cost in Ireland?
This page is a free guide — nothing on it is for sale. Solicitors set their own fees for this work and must give you a written costs estimate (a section 150 letter) before starting. Get quotes through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.
What should an invitation letter for an Irish visa include?
It usually explains who is inviting the visitor, the purpose and dates of the visit, where they will stay, and who is covering the costs. The applicant should check the current Irish visa requirements for their application type.
Does an invitation letter guarantee a visa will be granted?
No. Visa decisions are made by the Irish immigration authorities, and no letter can guarantee an outcome. A well-prepared letter helps present the visit clearly as part of a complete application.
For more background, see our Immigration and citizenship in Ireland guide.
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