Short course or study visit up to 90 days

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What education or training is this pathway designed for?

A short course of study of 90 days or less, for example a short-term English language course.

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https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-study-in-ireland/what-are-my-study-visa-options/how-to-apply-for-a-short-c-visit-study-visa/
If you wish to attend a short course of study of 90 days or less and if you are from a visa required country you will need to apply for a short stay ‘C’ visit (Study) visa.
https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-study-in-ireland/what-are-my-study-visa-options/how-to-apply-for-a-short-c-visit-study-visa/
Study. For example, a short term English language course.

What type of institution/course must accept or enrol the applicant?

The applicant must show the name and contact details of the school, college or institution and proof of a reserved place on the course. The official source does not state a required type or accreditation of institution.

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Limits of the record

No required type or accreditation of institution is stated.

https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-study-in-ireland/what-are-my-study-visa-options/how-to-apply-for-a-short-c-visit-study-visa/
The name, address, phone number, website and email of the place you are studying. For example, the school, college or institution
https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-study-in-ireland/what-are-my-study-visa-options/how-to-apply-for-a-short-c-visit-study-visa/
Proof you have reserved a place on the course. For example, a confirmation email or letter.

What are the most important financial or study-related conditions: tuition, funds, insurance, full-time study, attendance or equivalent?

No minimum amount of funds; the visa officer decides based on the applicant's circumstances, with a bank statement covering the last 6 months. Travel/medical insurance is required before travel.

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https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-study-in-ireland/what-are-my-study-visa-options/how-to-apply-for-a-short-c-visit-study-visa/
There is no minimum amount of finance for approving or refusing a visa application. The visa officer will decide if you have enough based on your own circumstances.
https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-study-in-ireland/what-are-my-study-visa-options/how-to-apply-for-a-short-c-visit-study-visa/
Show money paid in and out of the account over the last 6 months.
https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-study-in-ireland/what-are-my-study-visa-options/how-to-apply-for-a-short-c-visit-study-visa/
If we approve your visa application, you must get travel/medical insurance before you travel. You will not be able to enter Ireland without it.

Can the student work? Under what major restrictions? What is the family position where clearly stated?

No work (paid or unpaid) of any kind. There are no family visas; each traveller must apply separately.

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https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-study-in-ireland/what-are-my-study-visa-options/how-to-apply-for-a-short-c-visit-study-visa/
Do work (paid or unpaid) of any kind
https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-study-in-ireland/what-are-my-study-visa-options/how-to-apply-for-a-short-c-visit-study-visa/
Each traveller must apply for a separate visa. There are no family visas

How long does the status last, how is it renewed, and what officially documented post-study work or residence possibilities exist?

The stay is shown on the landing stamp, up to a maximum of 90 days; the person must leave before it expires. Extensions only in rare and exceptional unforeseen circumstances; no post-study route is stated.

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https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-study-in-ireland/what-are-my-study-visa-options/how-to-apply-for-a-short-c-visit-study-visa/
how long you can stay, up to a maximum of 90 days.
https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-study-in-ireland/what-are-my-study-visa-options/how-to-apply-for-a-short-c-visit-study-visa/
You must leave the country before your permission expires.
https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-study-in-ireland/what-are-my-study-visa-options/how-to-apply-for-a-short-c-visit-study-visa/
In rare and exceptional circumstances, you may apply to extend your permission to stay in Ireland

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Short course or study visit up to 90 days

What education or training is this pathway designed for?

What type of institution/course must accept or enrol the applicant?

What are the most important financial or study-related conditions: tuition, funds, insurance, full-time study, attendance or equivalent?

Can the student work? Under what major restrictions? What is the family position where clearly stated?

How long does the status last, how is it renewed, and what officially documented post-study work or residence possibilities exist?

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