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🇮🇪 Ireland

Student Visa

Long Stay D Visa for non-EEA nationals studying full-time courses on the Interim List of Eligible Programmes (ILEP). Requires minimum 15 hours weekly study time. Financial proof of €10,000 access required. Part-time work allowed: 20 hours/week during term, 40 hours/week during summer (June-September) and winter holidays (December 15-January 15). Third Level Graduate Programme allows 1-2 years post-study work permission depending on qualification level.

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Processing Time

4-8 weeks

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Cost

€60 visa fee + €300 IRP registration

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Duration

Duration of course + post-study options

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Work Rights

20 hrs/week term time, 40 hrs/week holidays

Path to Permanent Residence

No

Requirements

  • 1Acceptance at ILEP-listed institution
  • 2Proof of €10,000 accessible funds
  • 3Course fees paid (up to €6,000 before visa)
  • 4Private medical insurance
  • 5English language proficiency (IELTS 5.0+ or equivalent)
  • 6Passport valid 12+ months beyond arrival

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