Ireland•Europe8-9 weeks
€160 EUR
Varies by filing options
Up to 90 days from the date of visa issue
Not renewable
Renewal
Not renewable
Family
No dependents
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Short Stay 'C' visa allowing non-EEA students to undertake a sponsor-arranged internship in Ireland for up to 90 days as part of their studies.
Ireland's Short Stay 'C' Internship Visa lets non-EEA nationals enter Ireland for up to 90 days for an internship that forms an integral part of their studies or professional training. Issued by the Immigration Service Delivery, it is tied to the named placement and does not grant general work rights or onward residence.
Fees are EUR 60 single-entry or EUR 100 multiple-entry via the AVATS online portal; the Dublin office's Employment queue is currently running around 8-9 weeks (May 2026). Applicants need letters from the Irish host and home university, proof of funds, and accommodation. The visa is non-renewable with no PR pathway.
This visa is ideal for non-EEA university students whose course requires a short, sponsor-arranged internship in Ireland of 90 days or less.
Must be for an internship that is an integral part of your studies or professional development.
Must be on a 'company-to-company' basis (arranged/paid for by your employer or sponsoring organization).
Must not exceed 90 days.
Must have proof of legal residence in the country of application (if not a citizen).
Education
high_school or higher
Signed application summary sheet.
Current passport and copies of previous passports.
Two recent passport-sized color photographs.
Signed letter of application detailing the internship, duration, and accommodation.
Letter from the employer/sponsoring organization on headed paper describing the training/internship.
Proof of finances (e.g., bank statements, evidence of funding by the sponsor).
Proof of legal residence in the country of application (if applicable).
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