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Stamp 2A (Non-ILEP Student)

Study

At a Glance

Processing Time

4 weeks – 2 months

Estimated Cost

€300 EUR

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

1 year (renewable)

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

Stamp 2A is a permission for full-time study in Ireland for courses not listed on the Interim List of qualifying Programmes (ILEP).

Stamp 2A is designed for non-EEA nationals pursuing full-time education in Ireland for programs not included on the ILEP. It is a restrictive status that prohibits all forms of employment and does not count toward naturalization. Holders must maintain private medical insurance and demonstrate sufficient funds for the duration of their stay.

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Ireland

GEP — General Employment Permit

ValidityUp to 24 months

Processing2–3 months

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CSEP — Critical Skills Employment Permit

Ireland

CSEP — Critical Skills Employment Permit

ValidityDuration of contract

Processing2–4 weeks

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Enrollment in a full-time course not on the ILEP

Proof of sufficient finances

Private medical insurance

KEY CRITERIA

Education

high_school or higher

Min. Savings

10,000 EUR

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Letter of acceptance from educational institution

Proof of tuition payment

Evidence of financial support

Private medical insurance policy

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Allows full-time study in Ireland
Renewable annually

Worth Knowing

Strictly no work authorization
Not reckonable for citizenship
No access to public funds
Enrollment in ILEP-listed course
Lack of private medical insurance
Insufficient financial proof

Application Process

Check visa requirement

Apply via AVATS portal

Travel to Ireland

Register with ISD within 90 days

Application Forms

AVATS Online Portal

Fill online

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