Documents, money, housing and school life: the questions newcomers ask first.
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ENHow to get your IRP in Ireland: the free appointment on the ISD portal, the 90-day deadline, registration at Burgh Quay, the €300 fee, the card by post, and online renewal with 85% attendance and exam results.
ENWhich Leap Card to get in Ireland: the adult card at the airport, the Young Adult card for ages 19 to 25 or the Student Leap from 26, with a €2 or €1 fare in Dublin, daily and weekly caps and the 2027 fare rise.
ENHow to rent a room in Ireland without being scammed: the Garda warning signs, a legal limit of one month's deposit plus one month in advance, the RTB register check by Eircode, notice periods and what to do if you lose money.
ENHow to open a bank account in Ireland as a foreign student: documents, proof of address, the €6 monthly fee at traditional banks, the basic bank account, IBAN and deposit protection at Revolut, N26, Wise, AIB and Bank of Ireland.
ENHow to get a PPS number in Ireland: the reason you need, applying on MyWelfare, the documents and proof of address for the appointment, and the Revenue registration that avoids 40% emergency tax.
ENDo you need a visa to study English in Ireland? The documents immigration checks at the airport and at IRP registration in Dublin: €10,000 proof of funds, insurance, paid course fees and the 90-day deadline to book.
ENHow do you choose an English school in Ireland? Before you pay, check that the course is on the ILEP or the TrustEd Ireland list, which learner protection covers your money, the refund deadline and the 85% attendance rule.
ENWhat it costs to live in Ireland as an English language student: the €10,000 immigration requirement, the average room at €812, the €14.15 minimum wage and transport, with official sources and a verification date.
