Long Stay ‘D’ Study Visa for Ireland
Visa-required students who plan to study in Ireland for more than 90 days normally need a Long Stay ‘D’ study visa before travelling.
Who needs this visa?
The Long Stay study route applies to visa-required nationals planning a study stay longer than 90 days. Always check your nationality on the official Irish Immigration list first.
When can I apply?
Current Immigration Service Delivery guidance says you may apply up to 3 months before your intended travel date.
Where do I apply from?
You normally apply from your home country or from a country where you are legally resident.
School-side requirements first
Before the visa application, complete the ISI enrolment process and full payment so the Letter of Acceptance can be issued.
Online application
The current process starts with an online application through AVATS, followed by the supporting-document steps relevant to your country of application.
Financial evidence
You need to show that you can support yourself without relying on future casual work. For courses of 8 months or less, current guidance uses €833 per month up to a maximum of €6,665. Longer study routes use the higher annual financial threshold.
Seguro Médico
Check the current visa guidance for the insurance evidence expected in your application. The current First Academic Year package includes ISI Medical Insurance.
Do not plan travel too tightly
Visa processing times vary. Choose a realistic course start and avoid treating the latest possible application date as a guaranteed travel date.
After visa approval
Your visa allows you to travel and request entry. It is not the same as the immigration permission that governs your long-term stay after arrival.