🇮🇪 Ireland · Student
Long Term Study Visa — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Proof of savings | €10,000 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 18–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €60 |
Duration & renewal
Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Documents
- Passport
- Passport Photographs
- Private Medical Insurance
- Application Letter
- Previous Visa Refusals (if any)
- Letter of Acceptance
- Explanation of Gaps in Educational History
- Proof of Fee Payment
- Evidence of Academic Ability
- Evidence of English (or Irish) Language Ability
- Finances
- Summary of Finances
- Extra documentation for unaccompanied students under 18
- Accommodation and Vetting Certificate
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-study-in-ireland/what-are-my-study-visa-options/how-to-apply-for-long-term-study-visa/.
- Typical processing: ~56 days.
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.
“You must provide Private 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: If you wish to come to Ireland to study for more than 3 months, you need to apply for a long term study visa.”
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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.