Visa-Required Students: Academic Year in Ireland
Visa-required students planning a long-term English course normally need to complete their ISI enrolment and obtain the Letter of Acceptance before applying for a Long Stay ‘D’ study visa.
1. Confirm the correct Academic Year route
Before starting the visa process, confirm that First Academic Year is appropriate for your study history, nationality, age and current immigration situation.
2. Choose the course and start date
Select AY15 Morning, AY15 Afternoon or AY20 Morning and choose a realistic date that leaves enough time for the full enrolment and visa process.
3. Complete the ISI booking
ISI prepares the school-side enrolment documentation and invoice. Review the dates and programme carefully before payment.
4. Pay the full invoice
First / new Academic Year bookings require full payment before the Letter of Acceptance is issued.
5. Receive the Letter of Acceptance
This is one of the key school documents for the Long Stay Study Visa process.
6. Prepare the visa application
Irish Immigration currently allows Long Stay Study Visa applications up to 3 months before intended travel. Use the current official checklist because documentary requirements can change.
재정적 증거
You must show that you can support yourself without relying on future casual employment. The amount and evidence depend on the duration and your circumstances.
의료 보험
Private medical insurance is part of the student immigration journey. The current First Academic Year package includes ISI Medical Insurance.
Do not book your timing too tightly
A promotional deadline is not a recommendation to leave the visa process until the last minute. School documents, payment, bank evidence and visa processing all need realistic time.
After the visa is granted
Follow the travel conditions on your visa and the current Irish Immigration guidance. A visa is not the final permission to remain; long-stay students generally complete further immigration registration after arrival.