Ireland vs Canada: tourist visa
Ireland or Canada for a tourist visa? Side by side: $137 vs $255 all-in, 3 to 4 weeks vs 4 to 8 weeks decision, funds to show, process type, biometrics and which one fits your plan.
Verdict
- Ireland is cheaper ($137 vs $255 all-in)
- Ireland decides faster (3 to 4 weeks)
Ireland vs Canada: tourist visa side by side
| Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| Visa format | Sticker | eTA / Sticker |
| Process | sticker visa | sticker visa |
| Biometrics | Required | Required |
| Interview | No | No |
| Government fee | $68 | $71 |
| vistolane filing fee | $69 | $184 |
| All-in per traveller | $137 | $255 |
| Decision window | 3 to 4 weeks | 4 to 8 weeks |
| Validity | 90 days | Up to 10 years |
| Stay | Up to 90 days | Up to 6 months per visit |
| Entries | Single | Multiple |
| Funds to show (tourist visa) | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| tourist visa route | Short Stay C | Visitor Visa |
Which is cheaper?
Ireland costs $137 all-in ($68 government fee plus $69 filing) and Canada costs $255 ($71 plus $184). Ireland is cheaper by $118 per traveller. Neither figure includes optional attention plans or airport transfers.
Which is faster?
Ireland: 3 to 4 weeks (3 to 4 weeks). Canada: 4 to 8 weeks (Visitor visa: varies by country of residence). vistolane quotes a guaranteed decision date for both before you pay.
Which needs less money in the bank?
Ireland asks for about $2,500 and Canada about $2,500 for a tourist visa. In both, statements must be seasoned for three months and match the plan you describe.
How the processes differ
Ireland: sticker visa with biometrics. Canada: sticker visa with biometrics. The steps are the same shape, so documents prepared for one largely serve the other.
Which should you pick for a tourist visa?
For a short trip, weigh speed and entries: Ireland decides in 3 to 4 weeks, and Canada gives multiple entries. If you are choosing purely on cost, Ireland wins.