The following documents are required to create an AVATS/Visa application

  1. ATWS Approval Letter(click here to find how to create ATWS)
  2. NMBI Decision Letter
  3. RCSI Confirmation Letter
  4. Signed Job Contract

Instructions

AVATS Online Visa/Preclearance Application

  1. Visit https://www.visas.inis.gov.ie/AVATS/OnlineHome.aspx
  2. Fill all the information as per your passport
  3. Type of visa is Single entry, long stay for employement
  4. Host Body - enter name of your employer and their address
  5. If everything goes well you will get AVATS application form. Keep it saved on your device and also note down Visa/application reference number that starts with IRL.

VFS Appointment

  1. Visit VFS website
  2. Visa category: Long Stay
  3. Fill all inoformation as per your passport
  4. Visa Application Reference/Transaction Number - enter your AVATS reference number(mentioned above point #5)
  5. Complete the payment and do not forget to save the application and receipt that you will get during the process