For Pakistani passport holders · Last verified October 19, 2026
Signed AVATS summary formPrinted, signed and dated
PassportValid at least 6 months after you leave Ireland; copies of all previous passports
2 colour photosSigned on the back, with your transaction number written on each
Application letterReason for the trip, dates, where you will stay, who pays, and a commitment to leave
Invitation letterFrom your host, with a copy of their passport or ID (and Irish permission if non-EU)
Bank statementOriginal, covering the last 6 months; internet printouts must be certified by the bank
Employment letter and 3 payslipsShowing your leave dates and return to work
Accommodation bookingsHotel or other reservations showing dates
Proof of ties to PakistanProperty deeds, children's birth certificates, college letter
Previous refusal lettersOriginals for any refusal, from any country
Proof of fee paymentIf your application office asks for it
Translations and attestationNon-English documents need a full certified translation; official Pakistani civil documents (birth, marriage certificates) must be attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs