NUI Galway students on campus.
Immigration Regulations Non-EU/EEA students who require a student visa should apply to the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service at least three months before they are due to commence their programme, or as soon as they receive their Letter of Acceptance from NUI Galway. All non-EU/EEA nationals are subject to immigration control at the point of entry to the Irish state. You therefore should ensure that you have your NUI Galway offer letter available to show to immigration officials to prove that you are entering the state with the intention of pursuing a course of study in Ireland. Your passport will then be stamped, noting your reason for entering the state, which is to study. All non-EU/EEA citizens are also required to register with the Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB) within 30 days of arriving in Ireland. Further information is provided to students by the International Affairs Office upon arrival at NUI Galway. For more information, please visit the ‘Before You Arrive’ section of the university website: www.nuigalway.ie/international-students/ prearrival.html
Postgraduate Permit Scheme The Irish Government has extended the Third Level Graduate Scheme, for non-EU/ EEA students at Level 9 and above of the National Framework of Qualifications. The new permission will double the ‘stay back option’ for master ’s and PhD students from 12 months to 24 months.
Cost of Living The cost of living in Galway is significantly cheaper than that of Dublin city. NUI Galway is located right in the heart of the city and therefore transport costs are kept to a minimum. More information on the cost of living can be found at www.nuigalway.ie/ international-students/fees.html
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