Visa Information

Immigration Regulations

Those who do not have an Irish diplomatic mission in their home country should apply directly for a visa application form, well in advance of their departure, to:

Department of Foreign Affairs.
Visa Office Hainault House, 69-71 St. Stephen's Green. Dublin 2.
Tel: +353 1 4780822
(open from 14.30 to 16.00 Monday to Friday)

Fax: +353 1 4751201.

E-mail: visa@iveagh.gov

In their application students will be asked to supply the following information:

  • Valid passport number
  • Date of issue and expiry of passport
  • Date, place and mode of arrival in Ireland
  • Letter from University/College indicating that they have been offered a place in a recognised educational establishment
  • Letter indicating the source of funding to cover fees and maintenance
  • Recent passport photographs
  • Visa application fee*

Please check on official immigration website to confirm if a visa needed to study.

* Standard non-refundable Visa Application Processing Fees are charged. Nationals of certain countries are exempt from fees. Check with your nearest Irish Diplomatic Representation for details.