Ireland Study Visas

You can obtain a Visa Application form from the Irish Embassy/Consulate in your own Country or Directly from:

The Department of Foreign Affairs
Visa Section
13/14 Burgh Quay
Dublin 2
Ireland
Fax. 00 353 9 (0) 1 6331051 /6331053

Please contact them Directly if you have any queries.

For Information on the location of your nearest Irish Embassies/Consulates please refer to: http://www.irlgov.ie/iveagh/embassies/abroad.asp

B. APPLYING FOR A STUDY VISA
Details of study visa requirements are attached. The key elements for success in applying for a study visa for Ireland are:

• Make sure all documentation required is in order and complete.

• Age. Student applying for a foundation course should ideally be in the age range 17 - 22 i.e. recently completed high school education.

• Final offer letter from College (this will be issued once fees have been paid in compliance with Irish Government visa regulations).

• Study plan. Student should present a logical study plan, e.g. English language - Foundation Programme (Business) - Degree in Information Technology - Job in I.T. Sector in home country.**Visa success rates for students apply for a 2-4 year programme of studies are much higher than for students applying for an English Language course only****

• Evidence that student can support him/herself fully without relying on state services, e.g. copy of current bank statement showing at least € and a 'letter of good standing' from the sponsors bank.

• Valid passport.

• 4 passport photographs

• Visa application fee

• Some countries have special visa requirements for English language i.e. India, Pakistan and Bangladesh.