🇮🇪 Ireland · Student
Third Level Graduate Programme — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Education | bachelors |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €300 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Documents
- A copy of the award granted to you
- Your passport
- Medical insurance
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.irishimmigration.ie/my-situation-has-changed-since-i-arrived-in-ireland/third-level-graduate-programme/.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“- Medical insurance”
“Visto de estudante = residência TEMPORÁRIA pela duração dos estudos; a fonte não confere residência permanente (PR via rota pós-estudo separada). not_applicable. Programa: This programme allows legally resident Irish educated non-EEA graduates who hold a level 8 or level 9 award from a recognised Irish awarding”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.