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Student visa application assistance in Ireland helps international students apply for a study visa for a course on the Interim List of Eligible Programmes (ILEP). This solicitor-handled service reviews your course and finances, drafts your visa application and cover letter, and supports you through to Stamp 2 registration. It is for international students accepted onto an ILEP-listed course in Ireland, whether undergraduate, postgraduate or English language at Interim List standard.
What’s included
- Eligibility review of your course on the Interim List of Eligible Programmes (ILEP)
- Financial documentation review against the €10,000 maintenance requirement
- Drafting of the visa application and cover letter
- Document checklist tailored to your nationality
- Review of supporting documents by a solicitor (not provided on this site)
- Submission to the relevant Irish embassy, or directly to ISD if visa-exempt
- Follow-up support through to Stamp 2 registration
- Self-complete template with guidance notes — you fill it in yourself
- Documents tailored to Irish law and your circumstances, delivered by email
- A written summary of the key points and anything you need to do afterwards
Who this is for
- International students accepted onto an ILEP-listed course
- Postgraduate students coming to Ireland to study
- English language students on an Interim List course
- Students previously refused who want a stronger application
How it works
- Find a solicitor through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory and send them the basic details and any existing documents or correspondence.
- Complete a short questionnaire about your circumstances.
- A solicitor would then review your course and finances and drafts your visa application and cover letter.
- Your application is submitted, and you receive follow-up support through to Stamp 2 registration.
Frequently asked questions
How much does student visa application assistance cost in Ireland?
This page is a free guide — nothing on it is for sale. Solicitors set their own fees for this work and must give you a written costs estimate (a section 150 letter) before starting. Get quotes through the Law Society of Ireland’s Find a Solicitor directory.
How much money do I need for an Irish student visa?
Students generally need to show access to €10,000 to meet the maintenance requirement, in addition to course fees. The service reviews your financial documents against this requirement.
How long does an Irish student visa take?
A decision typically comes 4 to 8 weeks before course start. Processing times vary and are outside our control, so apply early.
For more on Irish immigration, visas and citizenship, see our Immigration & Citizenship in Ireland guide.
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