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akinola105:
hello , did any Griffith college applicate get a decision today .

Omo i havent recieved any decision yet o

Today makes it week 16 since my application got to the embassy in abuja.

I have emailed the embassy telling them that time is going and yesterday they replied me with the same generic response i have been recieving since (It is in queue for processing).

I emailed grffith college dublin on the 7th of jan this year and they didnt respond, i had to send another email today to let them know that i havent heard any news from the embassy.

16 weeks , my own is even 14 weeks , no response and i have email them severally times as well .we only have 2 weeks max now.

kayla23:
Omo i havent recieved any decision yet o

Today makes it week 16 since my application got to the embassy in abuja.

I have emailed the embassy telling them that time is going and yesterday they replied me with the same generic response i have been recieving since (It is in queue for processing).

I emailed grffith college dublin on the 7th of jan this year and they didnt respond, i had to send another email today to let them know that i havent heard any news from the embassy.

My college resumes today(DBS) and nothing yet from the embassy since October 2nd which is very sad

Same here, hopefully there is a good news when they publish a list today

Ayo112:
My college resumes today(DBS) and nothing yet from the embassy since October 2nd which is very sad

Okamgba6:
Same here, hopefully there is a good news when they publish a list today

I hope so too.

The list has been posted
Anyone on the list??

My is still not there , 15 weeks plus now .

Ayo112:
The list has been posted
Anyone on the list??

Ayo112:
The list has been posted
Anyone on the list??

I guess we are all deferring to September or a closer date if there's one while most of us will try new application.

Good Morning everyone,

I collected my visa today from DHL and glory to God it has been approved.

After 16 weeks of waiting, i thank God. I pray everyone who is awaiting news will hear goodnews soon.

DHL messaged me on whatsapp on friday evening notifying me that my passport was on its way back to lagos from abuja, i went to pick it up this morning from their office.

I wish you all the best and thank you very much for sharing your updates with me.

kayla23:
Good Morning everyone,

I collected my visa today from DHL and glory to God it has been approved.

After 16 weeks of waiting, i thank God. I pray everyone who is awaiting news will hear goodnews soon.

DHL messaged me on whatsapp on friday evening notifying me that my passport was on its way back to lagos from abuja, i went to pick it up this morning from their office.

I wish you all the best and thank you very much for sharing your updates with me.

Glory be to God Kayla, I'm so happy for you and congratulations. Pls give us the time frame in which you submitted and was it an appeal or normal application. Once again congratulations dear, wishing you a safe trip to Ireland.

Good day everyone.

I’m currently researching the Irish study visa process and I need clarification from those who have applied recently or are already in Ireland.

I applied to MTU, Ireland September.

From what I’ve seen online, many Irish schools seem to require full or one-time tuition payment (or a very large upfront payment) before issuing an admission letter that can be used for visa application.

My questions are:
1. Is it compulsory to pay full school fees before applying for the Irish student visa, or is a deposit sometimes acceptable?
2. Are there schools that allow partial payment while still issuing documents suitable for visa processing?
3. If full payment is required, how safe is it, especially if the visa is refused?

I’d really appreciate firsthand experiences or guidance from people who have gone through this recently.

Thanks in advance.

1. First, check the DHL tracking to confirm whether the passport was handed over to DHL and possibly delivered to the wrong address. If this appears to be the case, contact DHL directly and copy the embassy on the email so they are aware of the situation.

If that is not the case, then:

2. Contact the embassy directly and include the following:
A screenshot showing your visa number with the status marked as approved
The DHL tracking page showing that the passport has not yet been handed over to DHL for return
In the body of the email, clearly explain the situation using all the information you have and request confirmation that your passport be returned if the visa stamp has already been issued.

Adetoun0255:
I haven’t received my passport yet but my visa has been approved since October, 2025

My answers are:
1. Is it compulsory to pay full school fees before applying for the Irish student visa, or is a deposit sometimes acceptable?
From what I’ve seen, this really depends on the school. Some schools allow fees to be paid in instalments, but for visa purposes, immigration usually expects proof that the full tuition fee has been paid. You’re also required to show €10,000 as proof of funds to cover living expenses for one year. Because requirements can change, it’s best to double-check this on the Irish Immigration website to be sure. (https://www.irishimmigration.ie)

2. Are there schools that allow partial payment while still issuing documents suitable for visa processing?
Yes, some schools do allow partial payment and may issue the necessary documents. That said, school requirements and visa requirements are not the same thing. Even if a school accepts a deposit, the visa office still has its own rules that must be met. It’s important to confirm both sides rather than relying on just one.

3. If full payment is required, how safe is it, especially if the visa is refused?
This usually depends on the school’s refund policy. In many cases, schools refund the tuition fee if a visa is refused, although they often deduct a small administrative fee. Since policies differ, it’s always a good idea to read the terms carefully and contact the school’s international office directly before making any payments.

Brestar:
Good day everyone.

I’m currently researching the Irish study visa process and I need clarification from those who have applied recently or are already in Ireland.

I applied to MTU, Ireland September.

From what I’ve seen online, many Irish schools seem to require full or one-time tuition payment (or a very large upfront payment) before issuing an admission letter that can be used for visa application.

My questions are:
1. Is it compulsory to pay full school fees before applying for the Irish student visa, or is a deposit sometimes acceptable?
2. Are there schools that allow partial payment while still issuing documents suitable for visa processing?
3. If full payment is required, how safe is it, especially if the visa is refused?

I’d really appreciate firsthand experiences or guidance from people who have gone through this recently.

Thanks in advance.

CONGRATULATIONS

kayla23:
Good Morning everyone,

I collected my visa today from DHL and glory to God it has been approved.

After 16 weeks of waiting, i thank God. I pray everyone who is awaiting news will hear goodnews soon.

DHL messaged me on whatsapp on friday evening notifying me that my passport was on its way back to lagos from abuja, i went to pick it up this morning from their office.

I wish you all the best and thank you very much for sharing your updates with me.

Halleluyah

kayla23:
Good Morning everyone,

I collected my visa today from DHL and glory to God it has been approved.

After 16 weeks of waiting, i thank God. I pray everyone who is awaiting news will hear goodnews soon.

DHL messaged me on whatsapp on friday evening notifying me that my passport was on its way back to lagos from abuja, i went to pick it up this morning from their office.

I wish you all the best and thank you very much for sharing your updates with me.

Congratulations!! Go and arrange the area for us, we're coming.....

kayla23:
Good Morning everyone,

I collected my visa today from DHL and glory to God it has been approved.

After 16 weeks of waiting, i thank God. I pray everyone who is awaiting news will hear goodnews soon.

DHL messaged me on whatsapp on friday evening notifying me that my passport was on its way back to lagos from abuja, i went to pick it up this morning from their office.

I wish you all the best and thank you very much for sharing your updates with me.

kayla23:
Good Morning everyone,

I collected my visa today from DHL and glory to God it has been approved.

After 16 weeks of waiting, i thank God. I pray everyone who is awaiting news will hear goodnews soon.

DHL messaged me on whatsapp on friday evening notifying me that my passport was on its way back to lagos from abuja, i went to pick it up this morning from their office.

I wish you all the best and thank you very much for sharing your updates with me.

Congratulations, I wish you the best.
Please was your number posted before you got the SMS from DHL or you just got the message and your passport? Just to give us hope please

Hello Kayla , please did dhl use the initial way you where given at sunmission or a new waybill

kayla23:
Good Morning everyone,

I collected my visa today from DHL and glory to God it has been approved.

After 16 weeks of waiting, i thank God. I pray everyone who is awaiting news will hear goodnews soon.

DHL messaged me on whatsapp on friday evening notifying me that my passport was on its way back to lagos from abuja, i went to pick it up this morning from their office.

I wish you all the best and thank you very much for sharing your updates with me.

hello pls did you use education bond in applying or only bank statement

kayla23:
Good Morning everyone,

I collected my visa today from DHL and glory to God it has been approved.

After 16 weeks of waiting, i thank God. I pray everyone who is awaiting news will hear goodnews soon.

DHL messaged me on whatsapp on friday evening notifying me that my passport was on its way back to lagos from abuja, i went to pick it up this morning from their office.

I wish you all the best and thank you very much for sharing your updates with me.

Education bond is okay.
It is acceptable

Edaj:
hello pls did you use education bond in applying or only bank statement

Hi All,

Just to give everyone waiting for decision on their visa application some hope.

Someone close to me got her visa yesterday for January Start date.

Application Submission at VFS Lagos: November 6, 2025
DHL Informed her of her passport return: January 21,2026.
Visa Approved(Yes/No): Yes

Her number was not listed on the most recently published decision. I will check next week's notice to see whether it would be mentioned there.

Thank you for this

bigmills:
Hi All,

Just to give everyone waiting for decision on their visa application some hope.

Someone close to me got her visa yesterday for January Start date.

Application Submission at VFS Lagos: November 6, 2025
DHL Informed her of her passport return: January 21,2026.

Her number was not listed on the most recently published decision. I will check next week's notice to see whether it would be mentioned there.

Hi All ,


I finally got my approved visa today , after submission on the 15th of October 2025 . if you have not gotten yours yet delay is not denial . keep the hopes up .

akinola105:
Hi All ,


I finally got my approved visa today , after submission on the 15th of October 2025 . if you have not gotten yours yet delay is not denial . keep the hopes up .

I’m happy for you akinola, haven’t seen mine since oct 2… I hope I get a response soon too

akinola105:
Hi All ,


I finally got my approved visa today , after submission on the 15th of October 2025 . if you have not gotten yours yet delay is not denial . keep the hopes up .

Appeal or normal application??

Congratulations, was it vfs lagos or abuja you did your biometrics?

akinola105:
Hi All ,


I finally got my approved visa today , after submission on the 15th of October 2025 . if you have not gotten yours yet delay is not denial . keep the hopes up .

I just checked my ISD portal and saw that a decision has been made on my visa, but I don't know what it is. The status read "Application decision has been sent". Hopefully is goodnews

Okamgba6:
I just checked my ISD portal and saw that a decision has been made on my visa, but I don't know what it is. The status read "Application decision has been sent". Hopefully is goodnews

We pray it will be a good news ijn

When did you submit ans was it appeal or normal application

I submitted on the 30th of Oct, Vfs Abuja. Normal application

Ayo112:
We pray it will be a good news ijn

When did you submit ans was it appeal or normal application

Has nobody on appeal heard anything??

Normal

Ayo112:
Appeal or normal application??

How were you notified?

akinola105:
Hi All ,


I finally got my approved visa today , after submission on the 15th of October 2025 . if you have not gotten yours yet delay is not denial . keep the hopes up .