HOW TO GET PERMANENT RESIDENCY IN IRELAND
Ireland has become a popular study abroad destination that ranks highly for quality education with many strong programs in a variety of areas. One of the numerous reasons to study in Ireland is that it provides students with highly advantageous experience and globally recognised qualifications that will boost their employability.
A good number of international students in Ireland look forward to securing permanent residency after finishing their studies in Ireland, not only because of the quality education but also because of its robust economy, job opportunities and serenity.
If you have ever wondered how to get permanent residency in Ireland by studying a program like Nursing, it is important to know that there are a few steps to achieve this and these steps are:
- Securing an admission
- Getting a student visa
- Getting a residence permit
- Working while studying
- Getting employed
SECURING AN ADMISSION.
Securing admission to any prestigious university in Ireland like Munster Technological University is the first step to getting permanent residency in Ireland.
The decision to move from one country to another for higher education is undoubtedly a big decision but when you think about so many factors, like Personal, Social and Economic reasons, one will see that studying abroad is a unique opportunity to change the environment and lead a new life.
GETTING A STUDENT VISA.
The next step to getting a permanent residency in Ireland is knowing what type of visa is required for your study program.
A Nursing program will require a D type study visa with a stamp 2 on your passport, but a program that lasts less than 3 months, will require a C type study visa.
However, to increase your chances of getting a PR in Ireland, you are advised to get a D type study visa and study a program with a course length of 1-2 years in other to have the privilege of a post-study work permit.
To get a permanent residency in Ireland you are required to have lived in Ireland for up to 5 years, therefore, studying a BA, MA or a PhD degree will get you a post-study work permit, which increases your stay in Ireland and gets you closer to permanent residency.
GETTING A RESIDENCE PERMIT.
The next step to getting permanent residency in Ireland is to register at the local GNIB immediately after you arrive in Ireland, to get a residence permit. The residence permit allows you to stay in the country for up to 12 months and receive a Certificate of Registration (known as a Green Book), which must be renewed before it expires.
WORKING WHILE STUDYING.
During your studies in Ireland, you are permitted to find a casual job as this will enable you to acquire knowledge and experience that will be needed for numerous job opportunities after studies. You will be permitted to work for 20 hours per week during the semester and 40 hours per week during holiday periods.
GETTING EMPLOYED.
The post-study work permit allows you as an international student to stay in Ireland even after your graduation so that you may find work for at least 2 years.
However, your goal before your post-study work permit expires should be to secure good employment, as this will enable you to swiftly transition into an Irish general work visa with a stamp 1G on your passport. The Irish general work permit is initially granted for two years, after which you can decide to extend your stay or simply get permanent residency.
BECOME A PERMANENT RESIDENT IN IRELAND.
At this stage, you will be eligible to apply for permanent residency as you must have already lived in Ireland for up to 5 years, you must have a stable income along with a full-time job and good moral conduct with no criminal record. While applying for an Irish permanent residency you will get a stamp 4 on your passport, which is valid for 5 years and is renewable.
If you wish to get permanent residency in Ireland through a Nursing program, check out the video below to watch one of our live sessions on the topic, Masters and Top-up Nursing in Ireland.
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