Ireland Moving to Ireland

Student visa

No visa is needed for EU-nationals. 

Orientation  sessions

Induction and Orientation activities often act as the first point of direct contact between you and your institution.

Generally orientation sessions are held at the start of the academic year.  You are recommended to attend orientation sessions as this information will help you adapt to life at the institution and ensure you enjoy and get the most out of it!

Immigration

Citizens from EU/EEA and Switzerland do not have to register with the immigration authorities.

Banking

In order to open a bank account you will need your passport/driver’s licence/national ID card, proof of home address by means of a bank statement or utility bill. Proof of your Irish address is required to comply with international money laundering legislation.  Therefore, it is not possible to open a bank account from overseas!

Steps to follow before leaving

Health insurance

Under EU/EEA regulations, students from other member states who are attending a course of study are entitled to free hospital services provided they have a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC).

Accomodation

  • Start your search for accommodation early!
  • Do as much research as you can online, check out how close are they to the campus and how easy is it to get to the campus via public transport/walking/cycling etc.

You have several possibilities to find accommodation:

Hall of residence

Most universities and colleges offer on-campus accommodation (single or shared room or one-bedroom apartment). This kind of accomodation is quite expensive and difficult to find!

Private sector accommodation

If you want to be totally independent, choose self-catering, rented accommodation. This is especially popular for students in the second year of their studies and onwards. You can rent a place on your own, or share with other students.

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Living expenses

Cost of Living

Precisely how much you will need will vary depending on where you are studying in Ireland, on the type of accommodation you choose and on your own personal lifestyle.  But, on average, it is estimated that a student will spend between €10,000 and €16,000 per year.

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Student job & internship

Why an intership ?

Internship is a good opportunity to gain professional experience in your area.  Interships are mostly non paid positions and are available in Dublin and throughout Ireland. The Internship Program will give you entry to Ireland’s leading and successful organisations. and will help you to

  • gain professional work experience aligned to your academic studies or profession,
  • develop your independence, self-esteem and confidence,
  • understand the importance of cultural diversity.

Work permit

As an international student engaged in full-time study of at least one year’s duration (on a course leading to a qualification which is recognised by the Irish Department of Education and Skills ) you currently do not need a work permit to work in Ireland.

You may work 40 hours per week only during the months of June, July, August and September and from 15th December to 15th January inclusive. 
At all other times you will be limited to working 20 hours per week.

More information on educationinireland.ie.

Find a job

Student life

"There are no strangers here; only friends you haven't yet met." 

William Butler Yeats

The Irish are known for their kindness and hospitality! Overseas students adapt so easily to the way of life and in particular, student life in Ireland.
Feel free to join a cultural or sports association,  a good opportunity to meet Irish people!

Students with special needs

Access to higher education with disabilities

The Disability Access Route to Education (DARE) encourages students with disabilities to enter higher education.

AHEAD provides information to students and graduates with disabilities.

 

 

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