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Ireland Visa Guidelines

visa guideline

When travelling abroad to study in Ireland, international students are required to procure a valid student visa. Let us have a look at the process of application for Ireland student visa!

Steps for Application of Ireland Study Visa-

1

Identify the study visa type required. There are two type of study visa in Ireland:

  • C Type:General student Visa
  • D Type:Short-term student Visa i.e. for maximum 6 months
2

Ireland study Visa requirements

  • Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from the respective University.
  • Evidence of funds for course fees and monthly living expenses
  • English language Proficiency Test scores
  • Student needs to pay the health surcharge to access Ireland's National Health Service.
3

Apply online at Irish Naturalization Immigration Service (INIS) website, at least three months prior to the course commencement

Ireland Study Visa Application Fee -

  • General Student Visa: £ 348*
  • Short-term Student Visa:£ 97*

(* Subject to Change)

4

Complete the online application, receive a Summary Form which needs to be attested and submitted with the following documents:

  • Letter of Acceptance from the Irish College or University
  • Evidence of fee submission to the College
  • Proof of enough funds to support living in Ireland

*The list of documents might vary depending on each student's course and qualification

Visit your nearest SIEC branch to know more about the list of documents

5

Purchase the mandatory private medical cover

6

Provide biometrics information

Note: The Ireland study visa processing time is variable depending on certain factor, it usually take 4-8 weeks.

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