1. Do I need a Visa if I’m from the EU?

No. Students from the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Are (EEA) are not required to have a student visa to study in Ireland. If you are from another country though please apply for a student visa long before you need to actually leave for the start of school.

2. I don’t need a visa are there any other entry requirements I need to produce?

Yes. You’ll need to be able to show your letter of acceptance and proof that you have paid your course fees. You’ll also need to be able to produce proof of funds of at least €7,000. You may show bank statements, cash, or traveler’s checks for this. If you are going to stay for longer than 90 days then you’ll need to go to the Irish Police Registration Office to be registered.

3. If my visa is refused what happens?

You can of course make an appeal. Try to find out why your visa was refused in the first place and address the problem if possible.

4. Will I be reimbursed for the course fees I paid if I don’t get a student visa?

Yes. You’ll need to cancel the course you applied for though and supply a visa refusal number to be refunded. However it will still cost you a bit since a cancellation fee needs to be paid. This is significantly smaller than your course fees of course. Application fees and accommodation booking fees are non-refundable regardless of your reason for cancellation.

5. Should I bring my International Student ID card?

Yes. Your International Student ID card is honored in Ireland and will make you eligible for special student discounts such as in travel tickets and entrance fees to various entertainment venues.

6. I don’t have an International Student ID card. Where can I get one?

International Student ID cards can be bought on any student travel shops usually located inside the campus itself.

7. What are some of the useful things I should bring with me to Ireland?

Aside from money and your clothes it would be a good idea to bring your own bicycle since it is a common mode of transportation among students in Ireland. A laptop would also be a good idea since some colleges and universities have limited computers, which can be a problem particularly during the middle and end of the semester.