Please ensure you've filled out the correct application form and provided all required documents. You can find a comprehensive list of application forms and necessary documents on the Irish Immigration website. Processing times vary depending on the visa type and the office where the application is submitted. While most applications are processed promptly, factors such as application volume and resource availability can affect decision timeframes. It's advisable to apply at least eight weeks before your planned travel date to account for any potential delays. Applicants seeking long-term or permanent stays, such as those for family reunification, should apply early due to the need for thorough consideration. For more details, visit IrishImmigration.ie.

Here are the steps you need to follow:

1. Fill out the online application form (Guidance is provided in multiple languages).

2. Collect your supporting documents, passport photograph, and fee.

3. The online application system will prompt you to submit your documents to one of the following:

   - Your appropriate Irish Embassy or Consulate

   - The dedicated Visa Offices in Abu Dhabi, Abuja, Beijing, London, Moscow, and New Delhi, or Ankara

   - Directly to Immigration Service Delivery, Burgh Quay, Dublin 2, Ireland

Submitting false or misleading information with your application will result in its refusal and may impact future applications negatively.

If you're applying for a business visa and it's being processed at an Irish Embassy or Consulate, you can expect a decision within 10 working days, assuming all your documentation is complete. However, certain visa categories like Study, Visit, or Join Family visas may take longer, particularly depending on the time of the year.