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As you prepare for your upcoming exchange placement in your Australian host university, here is some useful information and links to help you apply for your student visa (subclass 500). For every immigration document you send and receive, make sure to check that the spelling of your name and your date of birth are exactly the same as listed on your passport. For additional information on the visa and immigration process for students, please visit .

Receiving a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) from your Australian host university

Working in cooperation with staff in the International Education Division in UL, you can apply for a semester’s study in a host university in Australia. If you are successful in your application to study in Australia, you will receive a CoE from your host university. You are not eligible to apply for an Australian student visa until you receive the CoE.

Booking Health Insurance

You will need to book health insurance for the duration of your stay. Your health insurance must be Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) and will need to be in place at least one week before your departure for Australia. When applying for your visa online through ImmiAccount, you will need the name of your health insurance provider, the date your policy starts and finishes, and your policy number.

Gathering Other Necessary Documentation

Before you can submit your online visa application, you will first need to gather a number of documents that are required for your application. You will need a copy of your passport, birth certificate, your CoE, evidence that you can financially support yourself for the duration of your stay and proof of health insurance (as outlined above). You may also be asked for a copy of your résumé, proof of current employment or your driver’s licence.

Applying for your Student Visa

Once you have received your CoE, you will need to set up an ImmiAccount by logging on to and clicking on ‘Create ImmiAccount’. Once your account is set up, simply follow the instructions on screen to submit your application. You must add as much information as possible before you submit your application. Applications with missing information might take longer to finalise or might be refused.

Receiving your Student Visa

If you successfully complete the online application system, you will be issued with your Australian visa electronically. You will also be issued a visa grant notification letter that explains the conditions of your visa, including the period of validity and entry requirements. You should retain this for your own reference and you may wish to carry it with you when you travel as it contains important information about your visa.

Travelling to Australia

Before boarding your flight and upon arrival in Australia, you will be asked for proof that you have permission to enter the country. Your passport, which is linked electronically to your visa, is proof of this permission. However, you should also carry on your person your grant notification letter, evidence of your health insurance, proof that you can financially support yourself and your CoE as you may be asked to show these upon entry to Australia.

Working in Australia

As part of your Student Visa, you are entitled to work 20 hours a week in Australia. However, you must ensure you have sufficient funds to support yourself, without having to rely on earnings from work while in Australia.

If you intend to stay for more than 90 days, you should contact the Brazilian Embassy in Dublin.

We recommend that, before you travel to Brazil, you should have at least the following documents:

• An international certificate of vaccination, if it is required. More details can be found on the website of the 
• evidence that you have sufficient funds to maintain yourself for the period of this proposed stay;
• details of accommodation for the duration of your stay;
• a passport that is valid for at least six months, after your departure from Brazil;
• a return or onward ticket;
• if the trip is not for general tourism purposes, then any document with regards to the reason for your travel - e.g. details of a conference which you are attending, a wedding invitation etc. In this case, it is always useful to have the contact name and telephone number of your host or contact person in Brazil.

We also suggest that documents in English should be translated officially into Portuguese in order to facilitate Brazilian immigration authorities.

It is important to note that if you need to extend your length of stay or change your visa status in Brazil, the Brazilian authorities must be notified before the authorised period of stay in Brazil expires. Please find below the contact details for relevant authorities in Brazil for further information on visas:

• Federal Police: 

The information provided is for general guidance only. For further information or specific queries, we advise you to contact the .

An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is a new entry requirement for visa-exempt foreign nationals flying to or transiting through Canada.

The eTA application process

Applying for an  is a simple online process. You should apply for an eTA before you book your flight.

1. Get your passport, credit or debit card ready, and read the application help document, which is available in several languages.
2. Use the online form to apply.
3. Pay $7 CAD for your eTA right after you complete the form.
4. Get an email about your eTA application.
   • Most applications are approved within minutes but some can take longer.
   • You may need to submit additional documents before your application can be approved.
     1. If this happens to you, an email will be sent with instructions within 72 hours.

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• Most applicants get their eTA approval (via an email) within minutes.
• However, some requests can take several days to process if you're asked to submit supporting documents.

Confirm your passport number is correct

Once your eTA is approved, check that the passport number in your eTA approval email matches the number in your passport. If they ��Dz�’t&�Բ�����;match, you need to apply for a new eTA.

What to bring to the airport

When we approve your eTA, it will be linked to the passport you used to apply. You need to present this passport when you check-in to your flight to Canada. You don’t need to print out any special document.

You’ll be notified by email when your eTA is approved. The approval email includes your eTA number.

• Keep this number in case you need to contact us or want to   in the future.

The airline staff will scan your passport to confirm that you have a valid eTA. If you don’t have one, you won’t be able to board your flight.

If you change your email address after you apply for an eTA, you must update your address online. You can do this with this 

Check that the passport number included in the eTA approval email matches exactly the number in your passport. If it's not the same, you need to  

If you entered the wrong passport number, you may not be able to board your flight to Canada.

• You may only find out at the airport if you made a mistake.
• You’ll have to reapply for an eTA.
• Depending on your situation, it may not be possible to get an eTA at the last minute.

Before you travel to Canada

Your eTA is linked to the passport you used to apply. You need to present this passport when you check-in to your flight to Canada. You don’t need to print out any special document.

The airline staff will scan your passport to confirm that you have a valid eTA. If you ��Dz�’t&�Բ�����;have one, you won’t be able to board your flight.

On arrival in Canada

Identity check

While a valid eTA allows you to board your flight to Canada, when you arrive, we’ll check your identity to make sure that you’re the same person who was approved to travel to Canada.

• If you enter Canada at one of 10 major Canadian airports
  • Your fingerprints will be checked automatically at a primary .
• The system will check your identity against the information collected when your application was submitted.
• If you enter Canada at smaller airports and all land ports of entry
  • Your fingerprints may be checked if we refer you to a , where a border services officer will use a fingerprint verification device to check your fingerprints.

Have your documents ready

When you arrive in Canada, you’ll be greeted by an officer from the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). The officer will ask to see your passport and travel documents.

On entering Canada

If you pass the identity check and meet the , the border services officer may stamp your passport or let you know how long you can stay in Canada. You’re   for up to 6 months.

In some cases, the officer may limit or extend your time in Canada to cover the planned purpose of your visit. Ask questions if you’re not sure about something.

You won’t be allowed into Canada if you give false or incomplete information. You must convince the officer that:

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• you’ll leave Canada at the end of your approved stay

If you don’t obey the conditions of your eTA or other status document, we’ll ask you to leave Canada. Most people asked to leave Canada have the right to a fair hearing to review the decision.

Chile study visa is required for citizens of Ireland. Student Visa Requirements

All students must provide the following documents to apply for a visa to study in Chile (School/Institute/University). The information below applies for all citizenships.

1. A Valid Passport. The passport must be valid for at least six months after the date of departure from Chile.
2. One passport sized photograph with a clear, recent picture on a white background.
3. English Application Forms (pages attached to the e-mail). The visa application form in English must be fully completed, and typed. Not handwritten.
4. Confirmation Letter from the School/University in Chile. This letter of confirmation of enrolment in the academic institution has to detail your name, when will the lecture period start, for how long you will be enrolled, and the contact details of that institution.
5. Visa Request Letter from the agency arranging the Exchange(if applicable). This letter must provide full name of the applicant, school that the applicant will attend in Chile, details of placement in Chile, name of the responsible person of the agency that Immigration Chile will contact to confirm information.
6. A Contagious Diseases-Clearance Certificate Letter. This certificate must be signed by a registered medical practitioner and must be issued within 30 days prior to date of application. The Certificate has to confirm the you are free from contagious diseases/illnesses that may affect your stay in Chile. No X-rays. This is just a regular medical check (blood, urine samples) to ensure you have no contagious diseases.
7. Police Clearance Statement. This document is a statement made by the parents/custodian that will cover you to travel in and out of Chile for as long as your Student visa will be granted. Please contact the Consulate to get the form, and the instructions to sign and authenticate this document.

How to Apply for your Visa:

• Online Application: Click  Press the English flag, and then press Visa. Upload all listed documents.
• Couriered Application: You can courier all the documents listed below to our office (including your passport). If you do not include your passport, include a simple (not notarized) colour photocopy of it.

The visa process, after we make sure you didn't miss any documents, and we forward your application to Immigration Chile, will take 15 to 20 working days. Any missing documentation will cause a delay in your visa process.

If you are going to study in China for a semester, you will need a visa to enter the country. Here is some useful information on the process of obtaining a visa. For every immigration document you receive and provide, make sure to check that the spelling of your name and your date of birth are exactly the same as listed on your passport. For additional information on the visa and immigration process for students, please visit

Receiving your JW201 / JW202 form

Once you have been accepted by your host university in China, they will send you either a JW201 or JW202 form along with a letter of acceptance and some other information about what you can expect when you start your course at the university.

Filling in the Visa Application

If your stay in China is less than 180 days, you will need to apply for an X2 visa. Anyone applying for this category of visa needs to fill in both the ‘Visa Application Form of the People’s Republic of China’ (V.2011A) and the ‘Supplementary Visa Application Form of the People’s Republic of China’ (V.2011B). Be sure to fill in the forms exactly as directed and to include a colour photograph that meets the requirements outlined in the form. Both forms are available on the :

Hand in your visa application

It is not possible to mail your application to the Chinese Embassy in Ireland, nor is it possible to make an appointment. You will need to travel in person to the Embassy at 118 Merrion Road, Dublin 4. Please ensure first that the Embassy is open on the day that you plan to travel by checking opening hours on . Ensure that you bring your passport, your JW201/JW202 form, your visa application form, your supplementary visa application form, your photos and all other documentation posted to you by your host university in China.

At the Embassy

It is possible that you may be asked to undertake an interview, verify your signature on the application documents and/or provide copies of your fingerprints while at the Embassy. You will also be required to pay the visa processing fee at the Embassy. The rates are variable, and are calculated based upon how many times you wish to enter and re-enter China. 

Receiving your Visa

If your application is approved, it should be ready for collection from the Chinese Embassy within four working days. It is possible to ask for an express service, for an additional charge, which would mean your application would be processed in two or three working days. At present, the Chinese Embassy does not return applications and visas by mail but enquire at the Embassy in case this policy change

Types of Student Visa

As a visa is a precondition to your admission procedure and your plans to study in Hong Kong, it is essential to understand the types of a student visa. The type of student visa depends on type and duration of your course/educational program. If you are undertaking a full-time and long-term graduate course, the visa duration would be different from that of full-time postgraduate course, part-time graduate/postgraduate programs, short-term graduate / postgraduate programs and exchange study programs at bachelors or above level. In either case, a visa is mandatory before entering the land of Hong Kong.

Documents required for Visa application

In addition to understanding the type of visas, you must also be aware of various documents that you will need to complete the admission and visa formalities. For your reference, here is the list of forms and documents that are needed by non-resident students:

• Form ID 995A, completed and signed by the applicant
• Form ID 995B, completed and signed by the sponsor

Both the forms can be downloaded online or can also be sought from concerned branches of Immigration Department. Along with the above forms following documents should be submitted for applying for a visa:

A photocopy of your letter of admission from a university in Hong Kong and your letter of acceptance to the specific course.

• Photocopy of Passport.
• A photocopy of Identity Card/travel document which contains personal credentials
• One passport sized recent photograph.
• Photocopy of Highest Public Examination/Academic Result along with transcripts, awards, and certificates.
• Photocopy of other qualifications such as IELTS or TOEFL (which is required for applicants whose mother tongue is not English; UK and US natives may not need it).
• Proof of your financial condition. Proof of scholarship funds, bank statements, passbooks, etc. (This is to prove that you can afford education and living expenses at Hong Kong. A proof of HK$120,000 approximately is expected, rest depends on the educational program under consideration).
• Evidence of your accommodation arrangement in Hong Kong. An undertaking by the sponsor to provide you accommodation can also do the needful.
• Care while compiling documents along with Visa application form

By any chance, if you fail to submit even one relevant document, your admission could be at stake, as you may not get a visa or there could be a delay in acquiring a visa. Please double check all documents before submission (whether you have compiled all documents and all are duly filled/attested as per requirement, etc.) and also keep in touch with the immigration department of the University so that you can include anything you might have missed. You can also check the status of your application time to time online. Also, it is advisable to complete and submit the necessary documents before the start of the academic semester so that you may have time in hand to finish anything left out.

Where to submit Visa application and related documents?

Submitting the documents at the right place and through a reliable channel cannot be overlooked. You can send the documents either directly by post to Receipt and Despatch

Sub-Unit, Hong Kong Immigration Department, 2/F, Immigration Tower, 7 Gloucester Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong. The post may also be sent to your chosen local sponsor. Applicants from abroad may submit their applications to the nearest Chinese Embassy. It is advisable to get in touch with your concerned educational institution to understand the procedure better.

Most of the educational institutions lend a helping hand to help the applicants do all the necessary formalities and sometimes even complete the process for them.

When can you expect Visa approval?

If you succeed to submit all the necessary documents astutely and if they are approved by the Immigration Department then the whole visa process may take up to 6 weeks to complete all the necessary formalities. Duration of your approved visa will depend on the duration of your study program.

When to renew your Visa?

Overstay after the expiry of visa is strictly prohibited. Thus it is suggested to apply for renewal of visa at least one month before the expiry of old visa if you plan to stay/study/work after completion of the study program, as the case may be. Accordingly, you can choose your application form and proceed for further formalities.

If you are going to study in Japan for a semester or longer, you will need to obtain a visa to enter the country. Here is some useful information on the process of obtaining a visa. For every immigration document you receive, make sure to check that the spelling of your name and your date of birth are exactly the same as listed on your passport. For additional information on the visa and immigration process for students, please visit

Receiving your Certificate of Eligibility

After you have enrolled in your host university in Japan, the international office there will apply to the relevant immigration office on your behalf for a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) for residence status. This is proof that you meet the conditions for entry into the country. Once the university has obtained the COE, they will send it to you along with your Certificate of Acceptance to the university. Please note the Certificate of Eligibility is only valid for three months and you must enter Japan during this period or it will become void.

Obtaining a Student Visa at the Japanese Embassy

Once you have received your COE, you will need to visit the Japanese Embassy in Dublin to obtain an entry visa. The COE alone is not enough to gain you entry to Japan. The Embassy is located in Dublin 4 and while it is not necessary to make an appointment, you should check in advance to ensure that it is open on the day that you plan to go there. Information on how to get to the embassy and its opening hours can be found by visiting the Embassy website . 

Please bring your COE, Certificate of Eligibility and passport with you to this appointment.

Procedures for Entering Japan

When you arrive in Japan, you will be subject to an immigration inspection at your port of arrival. Your passport, and the valid visa contained inside it, will be inspected along with your COE and your Embarkation and Disembarkation card (which is normally distributed in the plane during the flight). You will submit these to the immigration officer and will have your fingerprints and a facial photograph taken. The immigration officer may ask you about the duration of your stay and what you plan to do in Japan. Answer all the questions calmly and truthfully. Once you are deemed to conform to the entry conditions, you will receive a seal of verification on your passport and a Resident Card. If your port of entry is unable to issue a Resident Card, you will receive a stamp in your passport stating that the Card will be issued by post, once you provide details of your address at the local city, town, ward or village government office.

Resident Registration

Within 14 days of moving into your accommodation, you must bring your Resident Card (or your passport if you were not issued with a Resident Card at entry) to the government office nearest where you live. There, you will have to fill in a form providing notification of where you are living under the Basic Resident Registration System.

Working in Japan

It is possible to work part-time while you study in Japan but getting a working visa is slightly more complicated. For more information, visit

Every foreigner who intends to study in Mexico must apply for a Mexico Student Visa. 

There are two types of Mexico Student Visas:

• The Temporary Resident Student Visa, which is for students who will take a course that’s longer than 180 days.
• The Visitor Student Visa, which is for students who will take a course that’s shorter than 180 days.

What are the Requirements for a Mexico Student Visa?

When you apply for a Mexico Student Visa, you must submit the following documents (in original and copy) at the Mexico embassy:

• Completed and signed Mexico Visa Application Form
• Your passport along with photocopies of the relevant pages (first and last page, any visas and stamps you have received)
• Passport-size picture with a white background and taken in the last six months.
• A booked flight ticket (not necessarily purchased)
• Letter of acceptance from your educational institution, addressed to the Mexico embassy, containing the following:
  • Your full name
  • The level, degree, and area of the study you will take
  • The name of the course in which you have been accepted
  • The duration of the course, including start and end dates
  • The cost of the tuition fee, along with specification on whether you have received a scholarship
  • The school’s contact information
• Bank statements or investments from the last three months
• Proof of sufficient financial means to cover your stay, such as:
  • Proof you have a steady income of at least US$400 per month
  • Proof you have savings or investments
  • Proof you have received a scholarship
• If you are a minor: Include your birth certificate and the IDs of your parents or legal guardians.
• If you are not a national of the country you are currently living in: Include proof of legal residence there, such as a residence permit.
• Student Visa processing fee

Keep in mind:

All the documents you submit have to be in English or Spanish. If they are not, translate them and include both the original and the translation.

All the official documents you submit (birth certificates, school diplomas/transcripts, etc) have to be legalized before submission, such as through an Apostille or the Mexican embassy.

This is not an exhaustive list of requirements. The Mexico embassy may request any additional documents as they see fit.

How to Apply for a Mexico Student Visa?

The application process for a Mexico Student Visa consists of two parts:

• Applying for a Mexico Student Visa at a Mexican embassy in your country
• Turning the visa into a Mexico Temporary Resident Card upon arrival (for stays of over 180 days)

Applying for a Mexico Student Visa

The application process for a Mexico Student Visa is as follows:

1. Contact a Mexico embassy to set up an appointment. You can find a list of Mexican embassies 
2. Complete the Mexico Student Visa Application Form. You can find the application form on the website of the Mexico embassy where you will apply or at the embassy itself.
3. Collect the required documents. See the requirements for a Mexico Student Visa above.
4. Submit the application and pay the visa fee. On the date of your appointment, you may also have to enter an interview.
5. Wait for the visa to be processed
6. Pick up your passport. If the application is approved, the visa will be affixed to your passport.
7. Travel to Mexico and exchange your Student Visa into a Temporary Residence Card

Keep in mind: Different embassy offices may have their own different requirements when it comes to the visa application process. This is why it is important to always contact them or visit their website to learn about the specific requirements, opening hours, etc.

Turning the visa into a Mexico Temporary Resident Card

If your study course will take longer than 180 days, then within 30 days of arriving in Mexico, you have to apply to get your Temporary Residence Card at an office of the National Immigration Institute in Mexico (Instituto Nacional de Migracion (INM)). When you apply, you should have the following with you:

• The Resident Card request form, which you can download from the website of the Immigration Offices.
  • Your passport with the Temporary Resident Visa (Student Visa) affixed
  • The ��ǰ�����&�Բ�����;�Ѿ��������ٴǰ�����&�Բ�����;��ú���پ������&�Բ�����;(FMM) which you received at the airport
  • Payment of the Resident Card
  • A cover/request letter for the Temporary Resident Card addressed to the Instituto Nacional de Migración
  • Proof of enrolment into the Mexican educational institution

What is the Mexico Student Visa fee?

The fee for a Mexico Student Visa is around $36, but it may change depending on the country in which you submit your application. The payment method also differs since some embassies may ask you to pay the fee upfront via bank transfer while others ask you to pay in cash.

Additionally, you also have to pay a fee for the Mexico Temporary Resident Card at the INM along with a processing fee.The fee for the Temporary Resident Card depends on the number of years it is issued for, and ranges from 3,000 to 7,000 Mexican Pesos.

How Long Does it Take to Process a Mexico Student Visa?

The processing time for any type of Mexico visa depends on the embassy in which you apply. You can expect to wait anywhere from one week to a month. This is why it is advisable that you apply for a visa at least one months before you intend to travel.

What is the Duration of a Mexico Student Visa?

A Mexico Student Visa by itself is only valid for a maximum of 180 days and for a single entry. However, if you intend to stay for longer than 180 days, you must apply for the Temporary Residence Card. The Temporary Residence Card allows you to stay in Mexico long for one year initially and then it can be renewed for the duration of your studies. It also allows you to enter and leave the country multiple times.

How Can I Renew a Mexico Student Visa?

You cannot renew a Mexico Student Visa itself, but you can renew the Mexico Temporary Resident Card. You can apply for renewal at an office of the National Immigration Institute in Mexico at least 30 days before your current resident card expires.

Can I Work With a Mexico Student Visa?

No, a Mexico Student Visa does not allow the holder to work. If you have a job offer, then your employer must apply for a Mexico Work Permit on your behalf at the National Immigration Institute. They must submit the following documents when applying for your work permit:

• The Mexico Work Permit Request Form
  • The original job offer/contract, stating the full details of the job: your salary, the duration of your work, your position, the company’s address, etc. The letter must be written on the company’s letterhead.
• A full photocopy of your passport
  • Your original diplomas, transcripts, and other certifications (legalized)
  • Your CV
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  • Any additional documents related to your job, studies, etc.

What if I Lose or Damage my Mexican Resident Card?

If you lose or damage your Mexican Resident Card, you must visit the local immigration office and apply for a replacement. You must have the following documents with you:

• Your passport (original and a photocopy)
  • Residence card replacement fee
  • Three pictures, two showing you face-front and one from your left side profile
  • If your resident card was damaged: Submit the Tourist Card (FMM) and your Student Visa along with the residence card
  • If your resident card was stolen/lost: Submit the Tourist Card (FMM) and your entrance Visa
  • Form to request immigration procedure stay ()
  • Any additional documents the immigration office may request

If you lose or damage your Mexican Resident Card while you are abroad, you must approach a Mexican embassy to request a replacement.

If  you are  planning on studying in New  Zealand under  the exchange programme, you will need to obtain an Exchange Student Visa. Holders of this visa are considered to be domestic students and as a result do not have to pay fees. They can also work up to 20 hours a week during the school term if they wish. In order to qualify for this visa, you must  have been accepted into an approved student exchange scheme by a university in New Zealand and you must apply for the visa before you leave Ireland. 

For more information in the Exchange Student Visa, please visit;

When to Apply

Once you have received notification from your host university in New Zealand that you have been approved on to an exchange programme, you can apply for your Student Visa. However, it is recommended that you do not apply more than 60 days before your exchange starts.

How to Apply

It is possible to apply online for your Exchange Student Visa by logging on to New Zealand Immigration at As part of the application process, you will need to supply information that includes the details of the offer from your host university and your passport number.

Application Processing

Generally, a decision can be expected on an online application within 20 days. If you have all the correct documentation, your application should be approved without any difficulty. If New Zealand Immigration requires any additional information they will contact you directly with the contact details you provided them with in your application.

Preparing for departure

Ensure that you have printed out and brought all documentation provided to you by New Zealand Immigration, as well as your passport, before travelling. Please note that New Zealand has strict rules about bringing in any produce that could be a biosecurity risk, so do not bring any food or plants on your person. Also ensure that you have the contact details of someone from the international office of your host university before you depart.

Arriving in New Zealand

When you first arrive in New Zealand you will need to go through Passport Control and the Customs and Quarantine Inspection Service. You will also need your passport and a completed passenger arrival card, which you will be provided with on your flight. Answer all questions calmly and truthfully.

Applicants for Student Visas shall coordinate the issuing of their visas with the institution where they will study and/or carry out their internship. This institution will have to carry out the visa application process in Peru before DIGEMIN (Direccion General de Migraciones y Naturalizacion).

A student visa for Peru is required for citizens of Ireland.

Visa Application Procedure

International students must apply for the visa at their nearest . You can apply for a tourist visa and when you enter the country, change your immigration to student. Students must fill a visa application form and submit it along with the required documents to the Peruvian embassy:

• Two passport-size photos
• A valid copy of passport
• Proof of
• Proof of enrolment at an educational institution/university in Peru
• Copy of tuition fee payment receipt
• Proof of accommodation in Peru
• Official/Exchange Visa

International pupils who are coming to Peru on the basis of an Agreement must apply for exchange/official visa. This visa is processed through the University Mobility Programme Coordination department in the university where you have to study. No cost is involved for this visa. To get this visa, students are required to fill in a visa application form and send it along with their airline ticket to the department.

The General Office sends the corresponding documents to the National Assembly of Rectors which gets in touch with the and assesses the stay. Then the Ministry notifies the embassy/consulate of Peru in the international student’s place of residence to issue the visa. The Coordination department informs the date of visa collection to the student. This visa is given for 90 days.

Contact the to know more about the visa requirements and procedure.

Decide which visa you need

Student visa – valid for your entire study period

If you are planning to study at a Korean university for more than 90 days, then you should apply for a student visa. To apply you need a Certificate of Admission from a Korean university. To obtain such a document, you usually need to pay for at least 2 terms of 10 weeks each. Korean universities provide 4 terms of 10 weeks per academic year.

A student visa is called a D-visa, followed by a number that varies depending on what you will study in Korea. On a student visa, you can apply for the right to work part-time after you have studied in Korea for six months. Talk to your university for more information..

Apply to a school in Korea

Before applying for a student visa, you must apply and get admitted to a . Universities often have specific application windows. 

For the application you usually need:

• The school's application form
• A copy of your passport
• Your high school diploma in English
• Proof that you have can finance your studies in Korea

We can assist you with the application to study abroad semesters at   and Korean language courses at . Then you do not need to submit a financial statement.

Get your visa documents (if you have applied for a university)

After you have been admitted to a university program, it is time to pay the tuition fee (which usually is very reasonable in Korea). Once it has been paid the university will send you a Certificate of Admission and/or a Confirmation of Visa Issuance. When you have received this document, you can apply for a student visa at the Korean embassy in your home country. If you wish to enter Korea on a student visa, we recommend that you pay your tuition fee no later than 2 months before your program starts. This should give you enough time to receive your admission documents and apply for the visa. If you don’t have enough time to get a student visa before your program starts you can travel to South Korea on visa waiver, as a last resort, and transfer to a student visa on-site as we described under headline 1 above. Contact your school for more information about this before you leave.

Apply at the Korean Embassy in your country

You apply for a visa at the Korean embassy in your home country. Here you can find the address, website and other contact details of .

Contact the Embassy or your school if you have questions about the visa application. Below you which documents that is usually requested at the embassy when you apply for a student visa or Working holiday visa

Information might differ so check the instructions on the Korean Embassy’s website in your country for more details.

For Student Visa;

• Your passport in original with a copy of the photo page. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the planned entry to Korea.
• A filled in visa application (see the embassies’ website)
• Visa application fee
• 1 passport photo
• Visa documents from a Korean university (see headline 3)
• Proof of financing
• If you attend a university exchange program, additional documentation may be required.

For working holiday visa;

• Your passport in original and a copy of the photo page. The passport must be valid at least 6 months after the entry to Korea.
• A filled in visa application (see the embassies’ website)
• Visa application fee
• 1 passport photo
• Proof that you have access to at least $ 12,000
• A return ticket within one year
• Proof that you are insured during your stay in South Korea
• A one page description, in English, of what you will do in South Korea
• A health certificate filled in by your doctor

All documents must be in English or Korean. Don’t forget to double check with the Embassy which documents are required in your country.

Get your visa

In Sweden it usually takes about two weeks to get your visa after the Embassy has received your visa application. Waiting times might differ in other countries. Contact the embassy if you are short of time to see if they can help you faster. You must collect your visa personally at the Korean Embassy unless you use a visa agency that does the job for you.

Flight and landing card

Make sure to leave enough margin if you book your flight before you have received your visa. Otherwise, you can book it as soon as your visa has been issued but then prices might be higher. Do not forget to get a good  for your studies in South Korea.

On arrival to South Korea you will be asked to fill in a landing card. If you are traveling on visa waiver, you can indicate that you are a tourist. If you enter on a student visa, you should write that you are a student.

Alien registration and possible visa extension

Foreign nationals with a visa that lasts for longer than 90 days shall apply for an at the Immigration Office in Korea. Apply within your first 90 days in the country to avoid fines. If you have travelled to Korea on visa waiver you cannot apply for Alien Registration until you have switched to a student visa. Your Alien Card can be used as an ID card in Korea. An alien card in combination with a single entry visa can serve as multiple entry visa according to the Korean embassy.

If you extend your study period in Korea or if you were unable to secure a student visa for your entire stay before traveling to Korea, you may apply for / renew your student visa on-site. First, you pay the school for remaining semesters then you can go to the Immigration Office to prolong your visa. Talk to your university for more instructions. 

Please note that the Korean authorities and schools can make changes to the visa process without informing us. Always read the instructions from your school and the Korean authorities carefully. The information in this article is based on our experience and is correct to the best of our knowledge, but we cannot be held liable for any errors in this article or any problems you run into based on our advice here. Always read the latest instructions from the embassy and contact them if you have any questions about the visa process. We can never guarantee you will be granted a visa.

All exchange students, whose total length of stay in Taiwan exceeds 90 days but not 180 days, must apply for a Visitor Visa at a Taipei Representative Office. The required visa application documents as well as application and payment methods may vary between different countries, so make sure to get the latest instructions from your nearest office location.

Students, whose length of stay in Taiwan exceeds 180 days, must apply for a Resident Visa at a Taipei Representative Office.

Resident Visa holders are required to apply for the Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) and Re-entry Permit at the  in Taipei within 15 days from the next day of their arrival.

Students may stay in Taiwan as long as the Alien Resident Certificate remains valid.

Resident Visa applicants are also required to undergo a medical exam before applying for the visa and have this  filled out by the examining doctor.

The Health Certificate must first be legalized at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the applicant’s home country before submitting to the Taipei Representative Office with other visa application documents.

A police certificate (Non-Criminal Record) may be requested from certain applicants upon review of an application for resident visa.

You can start the visa application process after receiving the official acceptance letter.

Citizens of Ireland holding normal passports are granted visa-free travel to Thailand for a period of up to 30 days. The exemption is granted at most twice in a calendar year when entering over land or via a sea border but there is no limitation when entering by air.

Please note that you must be in possession of the following if you wish to visit Thailand:

1. A valid passport. You will need a passport valid for at least 6 months following your departure date. It is also recommended that your valid passport have at least 2 remaining unused pages for any necessary entry and exit stamps that may be issued.
2. A confirmed travel itinerary
3. Proof of accommodation and funds of at least THB 10,000 per person and THB 20,000 per family.

If intending to work or stay in Thailand beyond the allowed specified period of stay, you must apply for the proper visa (following the purpose or intention of your stay) before entry into Thailand in order to submit your application and other documents to the appropriate offices or agencies in your home country or the country where you stay.

This visa is issued to applicants who wish to enter the Kingdom for the purpose of study (ED), conducting business (B), family visit (O), and performing official duties (F), religious works (R) and other activities. This visa is single-entry, valid for 90 days and the applicant is permitted to stay up to 90 days. Obtaining a work permit and opening a bank account is possible.

The 90-day Thai Visa is a single-entry visa that allows the holder to enter and stay in Thailand for 90 days. It is intended to be issued to those who wish to be involved in performing official duties or religious activities, conduct business, work, and study, visit the family and other activities in Thailand, initially for the period of 90 days and then converted to a longer term of visa.

Note*

The 90-day Non-Immigrant Visa is not the same as the Thai tourist visa. If you wish to apply for a tourist visa to Thailand, please contact or visit the nearest Thai Embassy or Consulate in your country.

Benefits of 90-Day Non-Immigrant Thailand Visa

Siam Legal International offers service to process 90-Day Non-Immigrant Visa to Thailand for citizens of Ireland. This visa provides the following:

• Valid stay in Thailand for a period of 90 days from the date of entry.
• Valid for use for a period of 90 days.
• Ability to apply for work permit in Thailand.
• Option to apply for extension of stay in Thailand.*
• Permit to open bank (savings) account in Thailand.
• Extension is at the discretion of the Thai Immigration Bureau upon submission of required documents.

Thai Visa Package

• Completed visa application form by our professional legal staff.
  • Supporting documents required by the Thai embassy.
  • Unlimited consultation with our Thai immigration specialist.
  • Comprehensive documents checklist for the visa application at the Immigration Office.
  • Guaranteed 100% success (business dealings with the Thai embassy or consulate).
  • Fast Service! And your passport/visa returned to you.*
• We highly recommend to use a courier when posting visa application documents.

As you prepare for your upcoming exchange placement in your USA host university, here is some useful information and links to help you apply for your student visa. Please note these are the details for students that will be attending an American university under J-1 status. If you are applying for F-1 status, please consult our document ‘U.S. Visa and Immigration-related Information: F-1 Students’. For every immigration document you receive, make sure to check that the spelling of your name and your date of birth are exactly the same as listed on your passport. For additional information on the visa and immigration process for students, please visit .

Receiving a DS-2019 form from your American host university

If you receive your pre-arrival guide by post, your DS-2019 form will be included in the packet. You will be required to sign and submit this document when you apply for a visa at the U.S. embassy.

Complete the DS-160 form

The DS-160 form is a non-immigrant electronic visa application, available by logging on to

Pay the visa application fee

Pay the visa application fee by following the instructions on the U.S. Department of State’s Appointment Service website -

Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee

This is a separate fee that student visa applicants are required to pay. You can pay the fee online by logging on to Be sure to input your name exactly as it appears on the DS-2019 form. Print the receipt and make sure to bring it with you to your visa interview. Make copies of the receipt and keep it with your other important immigration documents.

Make a visa appointment at the U.S. Embassy

Your next step is to schedule an appointment for your visa interview at the U.S. Embassy in Dublin. Schedule the appointment as early as possible as the wait time for a visa varies, but is always longer during the months of June, July and August. Book your appointment by logging on to the website of the U.S. Department of State Visa Appointment Service @

Prepare and bring the following to your visa interview

• A passport valid for at least six months
• Form DS-2019 (be sure to sign your name and date it)
• Host university Offer letter
• Completed visa application forms (a printed DS-160 confirmation notice)
• Two 2” x 2” photographs in the prescribed format
• A receipt of the paid SEVIS 1-901 fee
• Financial evidence (bank statement) that shows you have sufficient funds to cover your living expenses during the period of your study
• Confirmation letter from your Exchange coordinator at UL stating you will be returning to UL after your exchange programme to complete your studies and graduate

Remain calm and answer all of the Visa Officer’s questions openly and honestly. 

Make sure you explain your goal, field and level of study, duration and future plans such as career aspirations.

Plan your arrival

Keep in mind, you will not be allowed enter the country more than 30 days before the start of your programme if you are an initial entry student. Returning students do not have this requirement. Plan to arrive before the mandatory orientation programme, which generally begins the week before classes begin.

Make two sets of copies of your immigration documents – leave one with your family and one in your luggage. Always carry your original DS-2019 form, offer letter and passport with you, and not in your luggage!

As you arrive at your port of entry

Proceed to the terminal area for arriving passengers. Present the following documents:

• Passport
• Form DS-2019
• Customs Declaration Form CF-6059 (The Customs and Declaration Form should reflect the address where you will reside – generally handed out on the plane)

All visitors entering the US must state their reasons for wishing to enter the country. You will also be asked to provide information about your final destination. It is important that you tell the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer that you will be a student. Be prepared to include the name and address of the school programme where you will enrol/participate. Your offer letter from the host university will be proof of this.

Once your inspection is successfully completed, the inspecting officer will:

Stamp your passport: Please make sure this is stamped with the correct date and visa type (J) and is marked D/S for Duration of Status.

Assign you an Admission Number (I-94): You can locate your I-94 number by visiting the  

Secondary Inspection at the Port of Entry

If the CBP officer at the port of entry cannot initially verify your information or you do not have all of the required documentation, you may be directed to an interview area known as ‘Secondary

Inspection’. Secondary Inspection allows inspectors to conduct additional research in order to verify information without causing delays for other arriving passengers.

The inspector will first attempt to verify your status by using the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), the database from which your school or programme issued your paper Form DS-2019.

Immigration Document Review

All international students and scholars must complete an Immigration Document Review with the International Office at their host university. Please present yourself to the Exchange coordinator at your host university for information on this. Their international office must report your arrival within the SEVIS system. If this report is not submitted, you may be considered to be in violation of your status in the United States.

In order to complete this process, you must provide the following items: passport, visa and DS-2019 to be scanned, along with your current local address and emergency contact information.

For the latest updates, visit 

As you prepare for your upcoming exchange placement in your USA host university, here is some useful information and links to help you apply for your student visa. Please note these are the details for students that will be attending an American university under F-1 status. If you are applying for J-1 status, please consult our document ‘U.S. Visa and Immigration-related Information: J-1 Students’. For every immigration document you receive, make sure to check that the spelling of your name and your date of birth are exactly the same as listed on your passport. For additional information on the visa and immigration process for students, please visit .

Receiving an I-20 form from your American host university

If you receive your pre-arrival guide by post, your I-20 form will be included in the packet. You will be required to sign and submit this document when you apply for a visa at the U.S. embassy.

Complete the DS-160 Form

The DS-160 form is a non-immigrant electronic visa application, available by logging on to

Pay the visa application fee

Pay the visa application fee by following the instructions on the U.S. Department of State’s Appointment Service website -

Pay the SEVIS I-901 fee

This is a separate fee that student visa applicants are required to pay. You can pay the fee online by logging on to Be sure to input your name exactly as it appears on the I-20 form. Print the receipt and make sure to bring it with you to your visa interview. Make copies of the receipt and keep it with your other important immigration documents.

Make a visa appointment at the U.S. Embassy

Your next step is to schedule an appointment for your visa interview at the U.S. Embassy in Dublin. Schedule the appointment as early as possible as the wait time for a visa varies, but is always longer during the months of June, July and August. Book your appointment by logging on to the website of the U.S. Department of State Visa Appointment Service @

Prepare and bring the following to your visa interview

• A passport valid for at least six months
• Form I-20 (be sure to sign your name and date it)
• Host university offer letter
• Completed visa application forms (a printed I-20 confirmation notice)
• Two 2” x 2” photographs in the prescribed format
• A receipt of the paid SEVIS 1-901 fee
• Financial evidence (bank statement) that shows you have sufficient funds to cover your living expenses during the period of your study
• Confirmation letter from your Exchange coordinator ��ɫ��Ƶ stating you will be returning to UL after your exchange programme to complete your studies and graduate

Remain calm and answer all of the Visa Officer’s questions openly and honestly. Make sure you explain your goal, field and level of study, duration and future plans such as career aspirations.

Plan your arrival

Keep in mind, you will not be allowed enter the country more than 30 days before the start of your programme if you are an initial entry student. Returning students do not have this requirement. Plan to arrive before the mandatory orientation programme, which generally begins the week before classes begin.

Make two sets of copies of your immigration documents – leave one with your family and one in your luggage. Always carry your original I-20 form, offer letter and passport with you, and not in your luggage!

As you arrive at your port of entry

Proceed to the terminal area for arriving passengers. Present the following documents:

• Passport
• Form DS-2019
• Customs Declaration Form CF-6059 (The Customs and Declaration Form should reflect the address where you will reside – generally handed out on the plane)

All visitors entering the US must state their reasons for wishing to enter the country. You will also be asked to provide information about your final destination. It is important that you tell the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer that you will be a student. Be prepared to include the name and address of the school programme where you will enrol/participate. Your offer letter from the host university will be proof of this.

Once your inspection is successfully completed, the inspecting officer will:

Stamp your passport: Please make sure this is stamped with the correct date and visa type (J) and is marked D/S for Duration of Status.

Assign you an Admission Number (I-94): You can locate your I-94 number by visiting the website

Secondary Inspection at the Port of Entry

If the CBP officer at the port of entry cannot initially verify your information or you do not have all of the required documentation, you may be directed to an interview area known as ‘Secondary Inspection’. Secondary Inspection allows inspectors to conduct additional research in order to verify information without causing delays for other arriving passengers.

The inspector will first attempt to verify your status by using the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), the database from which your school or programme issued your paper Form DS-2019.

Immigration Document Review

All international students and scholars must complete an Immigration Document Review with the International Office at their host university. Please present yourself to the Exchange coordinator at your host university for information on this. Their international office must report your arrival within the SEVIS system. If this report is not submitted, you may be considered to be in violation of your status in the United States.

In order to complete this process, you must provide the following items: passport, visa and DS-2019 to be scanned, along with your current local address and emergency contact information.

For the latest updates, visit .