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Ireland: how much money you need to show for a student visa
Applies to: Irish study visa
€10,000 a year for living costs
The official figure is €10,000 a year. Some agent websites still quote €12,000.
The amounts
| Course of one year or more | €10,000 for each year |
|---|---|
| Stay of 6 to 8 months | €833 for each month |
The rules to know
- The €12,000 figure seen on some agent websites is not the official requirement.
Source: citizensinformation.ie: Immigration rules for non-EEA students · checked 24 September 2026. Rules change, so confirm on the official page before you apply. Nothing here guarantees a visa.
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