Applying for an Irish Student Visa

To apply for an Irish student visa you must be able to show the authorities that:

1. You are enrolled on a privately funded course involving at least 15 hours of organised daytime tuition each week.
2. You have paid the requisite fees to the college
3. You have the academic ability to follow your chosen course
4. You have immediate access to at least €7,000. This is the estimated cost of living in Ireland for a student for one academic year
5. You have private medical insurance you can use in Ireland
6. You can account for any gaps in your educational history
7. Your intention is to return to your country of permanent residence following completion of your studies in Ireland