Study visa
Ireland
Ireland expects the full tuition to be paid upfront before you apply, and a clear, personally written statement of purpose.
- Visa type
- Long stay 'D'
- Processing time
- 4–8 weeks
- Government fees
- €60 single entry
- Funds required
- €10,000 for the year plus full tuition paid
Document checklist
8 items the mission expects with your application.
- 1
Letter of acceptance
From an ILEP-listed institution.
- 2
Tuition fee payment proof
Full annual fee or the required minimum paid.
- 3
Private medical insurance
Valid for the full course period.
- 4
Bank statement showing €10,000
In your name, recent and consistent.
- 5
Signed statement of purpose
Handwritten signature required.
- 6
Academic transcripts
All qualifications listed in the application.
- 7
English language certificate
As required by the institution.
- 8
Passport photographs
Two recent colour photos with your name on the back.
Step by step
- 1
Pay tuition in full
Ireland's visa office expects this before submission.
- 2
Arrange insurance
Buy a policy that covers the entire course.
- 3
Complete AVATS online form
Print and sign the summary page.
- 4
Submit at VFS
Attach the signed application summary to the document set.
- 5
Decision and IRP
Register with immigration within 90 days of arrival.
Appointments
Document submission at VFS; no interview in most cases
Avoid these mistakes
- Funds must be in your own name, not just a sponsor's.
- Write the statement of purpose yourself — templated letters are refused.
- Apply at least 3 months before you plan to travel.