Ireland Student Visa from India

The student visa cost for both C-type and D-type is the same. You are required to pay Euro 60 for a single entry that is valid for 90 days. You have to pay Euro 100 for a long stay with multiple entries on the D-visa. The visa charges are explained in the table below.

You are expected to satisfy a few requirements to fall eligible for obtaining an Ireland student visa. These requirements are listed below. It is also a good idea to refer to the official website to get updated information.

1. All academic documents.
2. Police criminal certificate.
3. Student visa application form.
4. Colour photocopies of all original documents and pages of your passport. However, this is applicable only to those documents that are not in the A4 size format. If they are in the A4 size format, you don’t need a coloured copy.

All non-native speakers of the English language are required to prove their proficiency in English when they apply for the Ireland student visa. You can attempt any of the popular tests like IELTS, TOEFL or PTE. We have tabulated the tests and the average scores below for your reference.

When you submit the application for an Ireland student visa, you will be asked to submit a few documents. We have provided a document checklist below for your convenience. It is better to refer to them and arrange the documents beforehand so that there is no need for a last-minute rush. 

• A valid passport.
• Proof that you are not enrolled in a privately-funded course.
• Proof of tuition fee payment.
• English proficiency test scorecard.
• Proof of medical insurance.
• An agreement that you will return to your home country after the completion of your studies.
• Two coloured passport-size photographs.
• A duly filled visa application form.
• Reason for study gap, if any.
• Evidence that you have the ability to complete your chosen course.
• Proof of sufficient funds in the home country. You should show that you have immediate access to at least Euro 7000, which is the average cost of living for a single student in Ireland for one academic year. If your course duration is less than six months, you should have access to at least Euro 500 per month, or Euro 3000, whichever is lesser.
• Previous visa refusal, if applicable.

It is, of course, essential to apply for your Ireland student visa in the right way, without making any mistakes. For that, you should know the process of applying for the Ireland student visa first. When you are thorough with the application process, you can arrange for all the documents and then start applying. It is important to apply early so that there is enough time for the authorities to process your application. Additionally, it is important not to give any misleading information. In certain cases, you may not be able to appeal the visa decision and can even be blocked from getting an Ireland student visa for five years. As such, it is important that you apply without any mistakes. We have outlined the process you can follow below so that you gain a rough idea.

1. Visit AVATS online portal to apply for a student visa.
2. Complete the application form.
3. Upload the necessary documents. You may additionally need to provide your biometric details at the visa application centre in your country.
4. Pay the visa application fee for single, multiple or transit entry.
5. Give an application explaining your need for the visa.

Don’t let all these confuse you! Contact AECC and get expert guidance on how to apply for your student visa.

The processing time for an Ireland student visa is 4-8 weeks. It is essential that you apply early so that the authorities have enough time to process your application. Though the Ireland student visa success rate is pretty high, it is important to apply cautiously without making any mistakes.

A Statement Of Purpose (SOP) is one of the most important documents that you will need to submit when applying for an Ireland student visa. It is important to write a compelling SOP so that your application stands out from the rest. Start with an introduction and then describe your academic details. You can then explain your professional experience and setbacks, if any. You can then explain your reasons for choosing the course and your future goals. You can state your reasons behind studying at the university and end with a conclusion.

The rejection rate for an Ireland student visa is 1-4%, which means that it is relatively easy to get qualified to get your visa. If you satisfy all the requirements and make no mistakes, you have a very good chance of getting your Ireland student visa application approved.

If your student visa expires before the completion of your study program, you will be required to renew your visa. The process to be followed for it is the same as that of applying for a new one. You can visit the Irish Immigration website and submit your renewal application after filling up the application and uploading the necessary documents. You will also have to pay an application fee.

AECC has trained counsellors who can assist you with the application process. If you feel the need for expert assistance anywhere during your application process, you can contact us. You can get updated information on the latest news, visa cost, eligibility, documents required etc., for FREE.