The Embassy accepts visa applications 120 days before your course starts. For September intakes, you can apply from May 1st.
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The Embassy accepts visa applications 120 days before your course starts. For September intakes, you can apply from May 1st.
Visa applications must be submitted at least 21 working days before your course start date. Applications submitted after this may be returned without a decision.
The standard processing time is 6 to 8 weeks, but it may vary depending on the volume of applications and your individual case. Apply early to avoid delays.
Essential documents include:
Check our Ireland Visa Checklist blog for the full list.
AVATS is the online visa application portal for Ireland.
🔗 Fill your form here: https://www.visas.inis.gov.ie/AVATS/OnlineHome.aspx
You must show:
You must pay at least 50% of your tuition fee. If your total tuition fee is under €12,000, you must pay a minimum of €6,000 to qualify for visa processing.
Eligible sponsors include:
While allowed, the embassy prefers a mix of loan + family funding. You must provide supporting documents such as FDs, PF, LIC, etc., along with a Loan Disbursement Letter.
Apply online via the Passport Seva portal:
🔗 http://www.passportindia.gov.in
Carry required documents (passport, address proof) to your appointment.
You may show:
Unacceptable: Gold loans, OD, chit funds, loans against recent FDs.
In most cases, no interview is required. However, the visa officer may request an interview or additional documents in special cases.
Yes, you can work 20 hours per week during term time and 40 hours per week during holidays on a valid student visa.
If you defer your course after visa approval, you will need to apply for a fresh visa with the new offer letter and updated documents.
You must disclose all past visa refusals (for any country) and attach a copy of the refusal letter(s). Failure to declare may lead to automatic rejection.
No, an Irish student visa is not a Schengen visa. However, you can apply for Schengen visas separately for short visits to other EU countries.