Study Visa Temporary — study: Complete Guide
The **study visa** Study Visa (Stamp 2) The Stamp 2 study permission is for international students enrolled in an approved course of more than three months. It permits study and limited part-time work, and — with the right qualification — opens the Third Level Graduate Programme and a route toward skilled employment in Ireland.
Visa Highlights At-a-Glance
Below is a summary table representing standard processing times, statutory criteria, and typical point thresholds for Indian skilled candidates.
| Visa Metric | Details & Requirements |
|---|---|
| Visa Subclass | Study Visa (Temporary — study) |
| Avg. Processing Time | TBD Months |
| Government Fees | INR TBD |
| English Language Min | TBD |
| Points Eligibility Bar | Min. 0 Points |
| Visa Validity | TBD |
Why Apply for this Visa Path?
- English-speaking EU: study in an EU member state in English.
- Part-time work rights: limited work permitted during study.
- Path to employment: eligible graduates can move to Stamp 1G and an employment permit.
Detailed Entry Requirements
To apply under this Ireland visa track from India, your credentials must fulfill the following regulatory criteria:
- 1Approved course: Enrolment in an approved programme of more than three months.
- 2Proof of funds: Evidence of tuition and living costs for the study period.
- 3Insurance: Private medical insurance as required.
Step-by-Step Filing Workflow
Every applicant from Bangalore/India follows this standardized workflow to file their visa application securely:
Choose a migration-aware course
Select an eligible programme that unlocks the Graduate Programme.
Secure enrolment and funds
Obtain the offer and prepare funds and insurance evidence.
Lodge the study visa
Apply with enrolment, funds and insurance documents.
Plan the Stamp 1G step
Map the route from graduation to Stamp 1G and an employment permit. | Senior Consultant Pro Tip Choose a course that qualifies for the Third Level Graduate Programme — that's what turns study into a work and residence route. We align the programme with Ireland's in-demand sectors so the post-study transition is realistic. |
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A degree in Dublin that became an employment permit Category: Student Visas | Visa: Study Visa (Stamp 2) → Stamp 1G
The Client: A 24-year-old wanted to study in Ireland and stay on to work, but needed a course that genuinely qualified for the graduate route.
The Challenge: Only certain qualifications unlock the Third Level Graduate Programme — the wrong course would leave her with no post-study work option.
How We Handled It: Selected an eligible programme aligned with Ireland's in-demand tech sector. Prepared a clean Stamp 2 file with enrolment, funds and insurance evidence. Mapped the route from graduation to Stamp 1G and a Critical Skills permit.
The Result: She completed her degree, moved onto a Stamp 1G, secured a qualifying tech role, and transitioned to a CSEP — converting study into a long-term residence track. | Why It Matters In Ireland, course choice decides whether the graduate route is open. Aligning study with eligible programmes and in-demand sectors turns a degree into an employment-permit pathway. | | --- |
Verify Ireland immigration rules directly from official government sources.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are critical questions and details regarding target timelines and scores for this visa path.
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