Universities I Colleges I Schools I Private Training I English Schools
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.