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Sodeeqlekan:
Someone should answer this pls

If you are looking to work as a tradesman in Ireland , the apprenticeship is not a good way to do so! I do not think employment visas are issued to trades people in Ireland!

Sarto:
Did you explain with receipt of payment attached for all transactions you received in your statement of account from 100k or just ordinary explanation in the letter?

Not all the transactions will have receipts. But you still have to explain them once they are N100k and above. For the ones that have receipts, explain them and attach the receipts. For the rest, the explanation will suffice

juniior:
Thanks for this information. Why applying for the visa did you include any other financial document apart from the education bond? Did you include bank statement with big money?

Yes to all with complete explanation of any lump sum N100k and above, for me and my sponsor

juniior:
please what documents did you take to the bank to process the form A?

Your best bet is to enquire from the bank itself so that you don't get any left out. Some documents are standard like your admission letter, invoice for the fees, bank account details, your NYSC certificate, your BSc or MSc certificates in certain cases. Reach out to the bank and all the information you need will be supplied

oniwoski:
Good day dear friends,

Kindly advice...

Would it be advisable to go study post graduate education course in Ireland, my bag is not in education so I have to do PGDE before masters. I have so many years experience and proof as an educator. However I have a US citizen kid but don't know if I can go with him.

How much do you think will be ok for the whole process and any Idea of a cheap school?

Kindly advice..ive been reading the thread but kindly help fasten my knowledge.

Thank you so much

You need to make some more clarifications. What subjects did you teach? If the subject is a STEM subject, especially Mathematics, Science and Physics, you can apply to the UK and if successful, you can go along with your child. Ireland is a bit more stringent in terms if immigration

Sarto:
What do you think? @Dwebb55

In all honesty, I feel you should have changed the passport details rather than the birth certificate. Your DoB is a constant and a reference point for a lot of things that you can't quantify at the moment. Or you could have sworn an affidavit to correct the error rather than getting a new b8rth certificate , which is easier to do rather than going through the stress of changing your passport.

I hope others who have had this challenge can shed more insight on this

seanmykel:
I'm running out of time with my visa application, my school is taking forever to confirm payment and my Duolingo test was not certified because I had to use my phone to switch to hotspot after I lost internet on the cursed WIFI device i was using. Yes so please be careful when writing Duolingo exam.

I'm trying to book PTE exam next week, but my question is: Has anyone been granted visa without submitting any English Language Test??

Bros nau, it is one of the things listed as necessary in the docket of documents to be submitted! Do not bother submitting if you don't have it!

Sarto:
My transcript and international passport are bearing different year of birth please do anyone knows if the embassy takes this serious? What is your thoughts about it.
PS: I presented a birth certificate which tallies with the international passport.

It depends on the circumstances. However, your date of birth should not be subject to change and you can imagine the thoughts of the VO attending to your application! If there are discrepancies in your DoB, which is a red flag then other discrepancies are further highlighted and amplified.

Why do you have different DoB's? What action have you taken to remedy this error(if it is an error)? Have you explained the circumstances that resulted in this in a clear, concise way? When you answer these questions, then you will know if this infraction is serious or not!

Kunfu:
Please can someone respond

You have left a lot unspoken. What course would you like to do? What is your passion? Where do you have relevant work experience? Your best bet is to read this series from page 1 to this one. As you read, a lot will become clearer and then you can ask focused questions

Iamdoyin:
It’s advisable to make full payment
Not sure if it’s compulsory

I stand to be corrected but I think you have to complete all your tuition payments before or as you start.

Eugochukwu439:
Please gurus in the house,between “ Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Information Systems, Master of Science (MSc) Digital Marketing and apost graduate Diploma in Software Development which one do I stand a better chance of getting a job after graduation?

You'd best go with the one you have experience in and which is on the list of critical skills!

dapreal:
Is it really necessary to take documents like birth certificate and school certificate to ministry of foreign affairs for attestation after notarization. Please I need an answer cos I wanna submit my appeal letter this week.

No you don't need to do that

Attaj:
My aunty is the one sponsoring me but the thing is she is a pensioner..her monthly pension allowance is good and but please can anyone tell me how we about it as far providing pay slips because they don’t give them any slips to show these payments..how do we explain the source of income..She was able to save all these money as a result of her working for 26years..please how do i go about this

The way you explained the situation to us, endeavour to explain it to the VO, just like that. As a pensioner, she will have letter of discharge and other proof to Back her claims

Allzcollectionz:
Is this necessary?
Since you're being sponsored.

What if I have a scholarship, must I provide bank statement. I am working, but not paid on a monthly basis, just if the company gets work, we get paid.

Irrespective, you have to state and explain everything. I believe you would have stated somewhere that you were working. If that's the case, then you have to show your salary payments, whether regular or not. You can explain why it is irregular on the explanation for your statement of account. Even over here, there are people who do get paid on when they work and I don't think it is out if place. To assume that they will not deem it necessary is wrong. Ireland VO's are picky, especially when it comes to funds. Your bank statements reveal a lot of information to them which is why they require it.

Philadelphia:
Good afternoon,

I’m asking these questions on behalf of someone who wants to apply. The person can see the responses but she’s not registered because she’s not getting the email verification link to complete registration.

1.) How much in Naira should a visa applicant have as balance for POF after paying complete tuition? Please note that she is self sponsoring.

2.) What exchange rate does the embassy use to convert the Nigerian naira balance to Euro for POF?

Thanks to any or everyone that responds.

Usually, proof of funds should be minimum of €7,000 + about N1,000,000 to N2,000,000 depending on monthly expenses, size of family (spouse and kids) with a clear explanation of the source of funds ( be it salary or business), analysis of lodgements made above N100k and other deposits. Do not leave anything out or assume it is not significant. One can use any online converter for the conversion to euro, but state the source and if possible add a snapshot showing the conversion rates

chingynt:
How about Limerick? Also, do you have an idea about the job prospects for clean energy storage in Ireland. I did a little digging online but it didn’t amount to much.

You might be looking at a research role with this course. A better option is to go for Sustainable Energy Engineering like I did. The prospects are really good. For Energy storage, you will be limiting yourself to a part of Sustainable Engineering and with SEE you have a wider job market to move into after your studies

seunny4lif:
You can rent a car but you need a full driving license for that and at least 2 years experience.
Depending of the company but I think you also need clean record.
I’m trying to do my driving license and it’s a hell of a job.
Ireland driving license is too stressful.
I wish I have done the license in Italy or Germany.

It is really stressful getting it. I booked a week ago and could only get an appointment for the end of August. But it's a headache one has to get out of the way. In my field of study, engineering, having a drivers license is essential and critical

clevermob:
Hello Dwebb55,

Thanks to you and everyone for your thoughts on Mr Philly's question. Just a note on the International Drivers License...is their position a "no, no" on it? While I do not plan to own a car there yet or drive as much, was planning to come with my international drivers License for the once in a while "rent a car for a long road trip in summer" kinda thing.

Please tell me it's not necessary?

There are different angles to this. I also came with my international drivers license. From observation you can use it here briefly if you are on holidays but if you are resident here, and your student visa gives you residency, then you have to get the drivers licence here which is very stressful to get. You have to take the theory test and the waiting time for that is several weeks. Then you take 6 to 12 driving lessons depending on your previous driving experience. After you pass this, a full licence can only be issued after 6 months. Until then, you can only drive with a learned driver besides you until then. You might get away with it but if anything happens or you are caught, you will lose points on the licence.

Add to this, the cost of insurance which is high for learners, then it just doesn't make much sense. Getting your IRP card is essential here and it seems to nullify your international drivers license.

Philadelphia:
Your response is totally relevant and very matured. Unlike that other guy’s response.

I now understand that owning a car on a student permit is not necessary especially due to the good transportation system there which seems to favor students more. There are a couple of my guys in Canada and USA that over emphasize the importance of owning a car over there on a student visa.

Now that’s the angle I’m coming from.

Saying “focus on your studies” sounds like the ultimate aim of coming to Ireland is to own/ drive a car there. What’s so fascinating about driving especially on the left side of the road?

Thank you jare, I too gbadun your response.

You are funny! Trying to prove what can't be proven. Last, last, others have posted the same advice. Yet, you're trying to claim some form of moral justification! Iranu!

Philadelphia:
The question I asked was on owning a vehicle as a student. I didn’t ask how it will affect one’s academics. This is a faceless platform and you don’t even know what program the student in question is going for to determine the age of the student that you’re advising to focus on studies.

If you had added the other parts from this comment to the previous one, it’ll have been a much better response.

Besides, Othniels and Seunny4life gave detailed information without mentioning academics as the question wasn’t academic related.

While you blame yourself for responding because you think the clarification wasn’t appreciated, I want you to go back to the response I gave to your clarification and focus on the last part where I showed appreciation for your response.

Don’t make me ask you why you picked the other parts of my response and deliberately leave out the appreciation part.

The appreciation with refrain is a hollow one. Just like your second response. Neither do you know the age of the person responding. You asked a question, I gave an opinion that answered the question based on my experience here. You can make of the opinion what you will. As you said it is a faceless forum and those that answer do not do it out of anger or favour.

Even you stated in your response that you asked about how it is like to own a car as a STUDENT. So, you judge your response as well. Anyways, IIWII!

Rock247:
Please oo can someone help with answering this..

Yellow fever, no! I think same for tuberculosis

Philadelphia:
Bros, owning a car doesn’t not mean that one isn’t focused on studying. Have you seen anyone who got a visa just to go drive in another man’s country?

The essence of owning a car is for easy mobility to meet with various appointments on time. Hence, the thoughts of an affordable mobility option.

While your opinion is appreciated, owning a car doesn’t translate to losing focus on academics/ studies.

Seems strange that out of all what was stated you only picked on the focus on the study bit. What you may not know apart from all that was said earlier is that for you to drive here, you have to pass the driving lessons which will be taken after you pass the theory lessons. Then, you can only drive for 6 months with a fully certified driver by your side. And Ireland are known for not accepting the international diving license which other countries accept.

When you add all these with the long waiting times to book a theory test, high insurance fees and monthly premiums, it makes the driving seem like a lot of hassle for a student. Anyways, I blame myself for responding as the clarification does not seem to be appreciated!

Philadelphia:
Hello everyone,
Please does anyone already in Ireland know what it’s like to own a car as a student? Is it worth it?
What’s taxes like owning a car that costs between €2,000 to €2,500?

The lower the cost of the car is, the higher will the insurance become. As a student, your premiums will also be high. Add to the fact that you will be a first time driver here in Ireland, my advice will be to forget the car option and focus on your study. There will be enough time once you are working to drive. Many roles also provide a company car especially for engineering jobs.

Sarto:
Hi IcasNg please how lucrative is MSc in Immunology and Global Health in Ireland? Any idea?

I had my interview on the 30th of June when is it likely for me to get a decision?

On the University website, what are the learning outcomes of the course? What jobs can you get when you graduate with the degree? Most schools provide these information and with that you can get an idea about if the job is on the critical skills list and also search on job websites to see the vacancy profile.

It looks like it could be a good one and you will be better positioned if you have a background in the medical and pharmaceutical fields

Olashile147:
I'm planning to study Master of Public administration in Ireland and I'll like the guru in the house to shortlist affordable universities for me and how lucrative is public administration as a discipline after graduation.

You will have to do the shortlist yourself. As per the course, Oubluc Administration is not a critical skill for employment. Reconsider if this course is worth pursuing,

Mmaobey:
Please ooo anyone that can help me. How do I get accomodation in limerick.....please help a reverend sister. ��who has the number of that girl that use to do video up and down that is in limerick...what's her name again?......gabby abi dabby?. Please I need her number

Is she still there? Seems she has a gotten a job now and might have moved. I am not sure where her place of employment is but you can catch up with her on YouTube

seunny4lif:
Jesu Christ.
You created this thread which is good but madam you are too ignorant Abeg.
Abeg try to read something before jump on the topic.
I said EU citizens who attended private schools for undergraduate courses abi your eye no see that one for there.
So, EU citizens came to you to help them for admissions in Ireland? When they can just apply online thru CAO abi you think say na Jamb
Wow,
Instead of you displaying Mrs I-know-it-all, I changed the messages to bond letters , so you don’t need glasses

Seun calm down! There is no need for this. Icas simply corrected the impression you gave about getting jobs with regards to whether the school is a private or public school and I tend to agree with her. The approach to looking for jobs is what truly matters in my opinion and not the school. All those that did my course last year seem to have been employed and we are in Waterford which is a lot smaller than Dublin.

There's no need to throw shade, every man go dey alright

seunny4lif:
Says who
Please try to submit your certificate as a BSc holder that just graduated from a private university in Ireland and as an Irish citizen to HR and see what happens
Only those that study IT courses get the chance everywhere

Not true. Your grades and mind set are the main factors which will govern your approach to searching for a job after graduation.

seunny4lif:
Cheapest is €10K

Waterford Institute of Technology is €8,500 if you get the scholarship rebate when you apply early. It will be late to apply for that so it's like 10,500 now. The courses you are aiming for matter though as not every school offers all the courses

spiceeamiee:
Ok.. the reason I asked for lump sum explanation is that there are other sums that came into the account (not salary account). She buys gold from Dubai and sells to her colleagues but its informal so no receipts. People also send money to helpthrm buys stuff when she travels again, no reciepts for this so I don't know we need to explain some of them.

Also what can serve as birth certificate if the original is lost? Applicant has two affidavits; 1 issued in 2018 bearing only the father's name and one issued in 2020 bearing only the mother's name. Parents are divorced so no marriage certificate. Sponsor is mother. Applicant has been issued UK and US visas as a minor but we cannot find the application forms. We have the mother's own though. If we attach the mother's old UK application form where she mentions applicnt as her child dependent, will this serve as proof (we will also attach the 2020 affidavits too). If not, what best can serve? Will family photographs work?

I'm thinking case, lump sum explanation is very key oh!

Othniels:
Hello,
Congratulations. I live in Cork. Just opposite UCC. Its a great institution. You appear to be quite in a rush. I understand. But i’ll urge you to take things calmly. Talking from experience.... making a move with your family requires significant planning especially given their age. I hope you have done your research very well. If you and the children will be living in a foreign country for the first time, its going to be a huge transition and its wont happen in a snap. Getting the visa is the least of the problem. You’ll get it promptly. I hope you coming with enough funds. Even though you are on scholarship, your stipends wont cover you and your family’s living cost especially given the age of your children. You’ll need accommodation of around 1,200 euros per month, that alone takes almost all of your annual stipend. At Stamp 2, you are really restricted to work and the phd program is rigorous. If you are over 40, its gets more difficult to devote longer hours to study and research. You are exempt form access public funds and so you’ll have to pay for everything from your pocket.
Bottomline. You got to research your move by yourself and make proper planning. You are coming for a Phd and you have to be a strong self starter otherwise my best advice is for you to come to Cork first, learn the ropes, make adequate preparation for your family to join you in the next six to eight months , especially because of their age. The Phd program is a marathon not a sprint, so don't rush please
I wish you the very best.

One of the best comments I have seen here. Well explained with practical tips. We'll done sir/ma.

If I may add, for any course whether Masters, PhD or even BSc, Commitment is key as well as focus. There is the very real risk of spreading yourself thin and not graduating with a good grade. Your first priority is to do well in your studies, then all other things are added.