Get a Central African Republic Visa

Business Travel Requirements for an Central African Republic Visa for Irish Citizens

1. Overseas Processing

   There is no Embassy representation for this destination in Ireland. All applications are processed abroad using our CIBTvisas office in Belgium. Overseas courier fees of €75.00 + VAT per order apply in addition to the fees listed

2. Passport

   The applicant's actual signed passport. The passport must:

   • Be valid six months beyond entry date
   • Have at least two blank visa pages

3. Photograph(s)

   You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:

   • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
   • Be taken against an all white background
   • Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
   • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
   • You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
   • Your photos should not be affixed to your application or display evidence of adhesive or staples

4. Business Introduction Letter

   You must provide a Business Introduction Letter from the applicant's Irish employer. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays an Irish postal address. Use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at https://cibtvisas.ie/forms?formname=Business%20Introduction%20Letter%20Sample.pdf to complete your letter.

   Note that most consulates require the Business Cover Letter to be dated within one month of application submission.

5. Letter of Invitation

   An original letter of invitation from the company the applicant is visiting. This letter must:

   • Be on company letterhead paper
   • Include the name of the applicant
   • Specify the purpose of journey
   • Specify the requested number of entries and the length of visa required
   • Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
   • Be signed in the original 

6. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   This must be provided as a copy of the flight itinerary or e-ticket

7. Visa Application Form

   Two fully completed and signed application forms. These forms must:

   • Be completed in block capitals only
   • Be filled out in blue or black ink only

8. CIBTvisas Order Confirmation

   Provide the CIBTvisas Order Confirmation included in this kit.

9. Minors

   All children fifteen years of age or younger can apply for a visa if traveling on their parent's passport. Children sixteen years of age or older must use their own passport