€10,300 to 29,000 for business
2025/26 non-EU undergraduate example; other subjects differ
Trinity’s Global Business degree is €20,630 a year for 2026/27. After HSC, check whether you need a foundation year.
Study in Ireland from Bangladesh
Tuition, the funds and fee-payment rules, the study visa via New Delhi, scholarships and Stamp 1G work rights, checked against Irish Immigration and the Embassy of Ireland.
Not sure where to start? Get a free study assessmentLast updated 29 September 2026Figures checked against official sources, listed at the end
About Ireland: highlights
Ireland is an English-speaking EU country with 1-year master’s degrees and an open graduate work permission. Bangladeshi applications are handled by the Embassy of Ireland in New Delhi, and you must pay part of your fees before applying.
- Rough annual budget: about €21,000 to 40,000 a year for a business degree, combining non-EU tuition of €10,300 to 29,000 with at least €10,000 for living costs; Dublin rent often costs more.
- Money to show: at least €10,000 in immediately available funds for courses over 8 months, with 6 months of bank statements.
- Fees first: since 30 June 2025 you must pay at least €6,000 of tuition (or the full fee if lower) before a visa is granted.
- Visa costs: €60 single-entry or €100 multiple-entry, then €300 for your Irish Residence Permit after arrival.
- Work while studying: 20 hours a week in term and 40 in designated holidays, on a course listed on the ILEP.
- After graduation: Stamp 1G gives 12 months after an honours bachelor’s and up to 24 months after a master’s or PhD.
Key facts about Ireland
Studying in Ireland
3 to 4 yearsTypical bachelor’s degree
1 yearTypical taught master’s
20 hrs/weekWork allowed in term
Up to 2 yearsStamp 1G after a master’s
Country stats
DublinCapital
Euro (€)Currency
EnglishTeaching language
5 to 6 hoursDhaka is ahead of Irish time
Weather and community
5°C to 8°CDublin in January
15°C to 19°CDublin in July, with rain all year
About 20,000Bangladeshis in Ireland by 2025
5 times largerThan about 4,000 a decade earlier
Why study in Ireland?
English-speaking EU
- Almost all international courses teach in English.
- A base inside the European Union.
1-year master’s
- Less tuition and rent than a 2-year degree.
- Start work sooner on Stamp 1G.
Open graduate work
- Stamp 1G allows full-time work in any job.
- No separate employment permit needed.
Cost of studying in Ireland
Non-EU fees are set by subject and university, so use the fee for your exact course and fee status. Apply to the university directly; non-EU students do not use the CAO system.
Annual tuition by study level
€14,000 to 40,000 for business
2025/26 non-EU postgraduate example
Most taught master’s last 1 year. Compare subject match, grades, work experience and English evidence.
Check the programme and funding
Postgraduate ranges do not set a PhD fee
Find a supervisor, then check funded places and the Government of Ireland scholarship.
Upfront and living costs
What Bangladeshi applicants plan for, from Irish Immigration and the Embassy of Ireland in New Delhi.
| Cost | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Living funds to show | €10,000+ | Immediately available, for courses over 8 months |
| Tuition paid before the visa | At least €6,000 | Or the full fee if it is lower |
| Study visa | €60 / €100 | Single or multiple entry; not refunded if refused |
| Irish Residence Permit | €300 | Paid when you register after arrival |
| Private medical insurance | Varies | Required as part of your application |
| IELTS Academic | ৳31,100 | Computer-delivered price in Bangladesh |
€10,000 is an immigration threshold, not a real budget. Dublin rent alone can use most of it within a few months.
Calculate your Ireland study cost
Universities in Ireland
Researched starting points, not a complete list or a ranking. Check that your course is on the ILEP list, since that decides your work rights.
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin- Example course
- Global Business (BBS), 4 years
- 2026/27 tuition
- €20,630 a year
- Guidance
- Has a Bangladesh country page
Education in Ireland
Official study portal- Run by
- Enterprise Ireland
- Use it for
- Finding courses and institutions
- Also covers
- Scholarships and application steps
Ireland scholarships for Bangladeshi students
The Irish government runs one flagship award for non-EU postgraduates, and universities offer their own merit awards.
Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship
Higher Education Authority
- Covers
- €10,000 stipend plus full fee waiver
- Length
- 1 year
- Level
- Master’s, PG diploma or PhD
- Who
- Non-EU/EEA applicants
Apply for admission to your Irish programme first, then to the scholarship. Past holders cannot apply again. Check the HEA for the next call.
View on official site ↗Global Excellence Scholarship
Trinity College Dublin
- Covers
- Varies by course
- Round
- 2026/27 closed
- Level
- Undergraduate and postgraduate
- Who
- Non-EU applicants
Course eligibility changes each year, so confirm your programme is included before relying on it.
View on official site ↗Irish study visa from Bangladesh
The New Delhi Visa Office at the Embassy of Ireland processes study visas for Bangladeshi residents with an unconditional offer on an eligible course. You apply online through AVATS; VFS submission is currently only for residents of India and Nepal, so follow the embassy’s instructions for Bangladesh.
€60 / €100Single or multiple-entry visa
€10,000+Living funds to show
€6,000Minimum tuition paid first
5 monthsEarliest you can apply before your course
New DelhiEmbassy visa office for Bangladesh
€300Residence permit after arrival
Documents required
Document checklist
- Signed AVATS application form
- Valid passport
- Unconditional offer letterFor a course on the ILEP list
- Proof of fees paidAt least €6,000 or the full fee
- Financial evidence6 months of your and your sponsor’s statements
- Sponsor consentVia the financial summary form or a signed declaration
- English test resultCompulsory for every student visa
- Private medical insurance
Step by step from Bangladesh
- Get an unconditional offer
The course must be on the Interim List of Eligible Programmes (ILEP) to carry student work rights.
- Pay your fees
Pay at least €6,000, or the full fee if it is lower, before you apply.
- Take an approved English test
Every study visa needs one; applying without it leads to refusal.
- Prepare your finances
Show at least €10,000 for living costs plus access to later years’ costs. Consolidate your money; spreading it across many sponsors raises the risk of refusal.
- Apply online through AVATS
Complete the form, then print and sign it. You can apply up to 5 months before your course starts.
- Submit documents to the New Delhi office
Follow the Embassy of Ireland’s current instructions for Bangladeshi residents on submitting documents and paying the fee.
- Wait for the decision
Allow time for documents to reach New Delhi as well as for processing.
- Register after arrival
Register with immigration for your Irish Residence Permit and pay €300.
Work during and after your studies
20 hrs/weekDuring term
40 hrs/weekIn designated holidays
€14.15/hourMinimum wage, age 20+, from 2026
While you study
Work rights come with Stamp 2 permission on an ILEP-listed course. A similar course that is not on the list does not carry the same rights.
After you graduate
Stamp 1G gives 12 months after an honours bachelor’s, or up to 24 months after a master’s or PhD (12 months plus a 12-month renewal you must apply for). You can work full time in any role without an employment permit.
Ireland intakes and deadlines
Main intake
September
Most programmes start in September. Apply early to leave time to pay fees and prepare your visa, which you can lodge up to 5 months before the course.
Second intake
January
Some postgraduate programmes admit in January. Fewer courses and scholarships are open.
Your preparation timeline
- 18 to 12 months before: Research courses, eligibility, funding and scholarship deadlines.
- 12 to 9 months before: Prepare language tests, transcripts, references and your shortlist.
- 9 to 6 months before: Submit applications by each programme’s actual deadline.
- 6 to 3 months before: Meet offer conditions, arrange funding and prepare visa documents.
- 3 to 1 months before: Apply for the visa and plan accommodation and arrival.
Keep these dates separate
A course start date, your fee payment, the visa window and a scholarship deadline are separate dates. You can apply for the visa up to 5 months before your course starts.
English tests and exams
IELTS Academic 6.0 to 6.5 overall, with 5.5 to 6.0 in each part, is a typical undergraduate baseline, rising for competitive and postgraduate programmes. An approved English test is compulsory for every Irish study visa.
For admission
Some universities accept their own pre-sessional English course for applicants just below the required score.
For the visa
Use a test on the Irish Immigration approved list; English-medium study alone is not enough.
Tests commonly accepted in Ireland
IELTS AcademicTOEFL iBTPTE AcademicCambridge English
Study in Ireland: FAQs
Where do Bangladeshi students apply for an Irish study visa?
Applications are processed by the New Delhi Visa Office at the Embassy of Ireland. You apply online through AVATS and follow the embassy’s instructions for Bangladeshi residents.
How much money do I need to show?
At least €10,000 in immediately available funds for courses over 8 months, plus access to later years’ costs, with 6 months of bank statements.
Do I have to pay fees before applying?
Yes. Since 30 June 2025 you must pay at least €6,000, or the full fee if lower, before a visa is granted.
Is an English test compulsory?
Yes, for every study visa. Applying without one leads to refusal.
What is the IRP?
The Irish Residence Permit. You register after arriving and pay €300; the entry visa alone does not cover your stay.
How many hours can I work?
20 hours a week in term and 40 in designated holidays, on an ILEP-listed course.
Can I stay and work after graduating?
Yes, on Stamp 1G: 12 months after an honours bachelor’s and up to 24 months after a master’s or PhD.
Can I study in Ireland after HSC?
Yes, but many universities ask HSC students to complete a foundation year. Check your university’s Bangladesh guidance.
Guides to help you apply
Official sources
- Irish Immigration: long-term study visa ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Embassy of Ireland New Delhi: study visa note ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Irish Immigration: Stamp 1G and visa fees ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- HEA: Government of Ireland scholarship ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
- Education in Ireland: planning ↗Checked 2026-09-26 · next review 2026-10-26
- Trinity: Bangladesh guidance ↗Checked 2026-09-26 · next review 2026-10-26
- IDP Bangladesh: IELTS fees ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29
These are dated editorial checks, not a live data feed. Recheck the original page before applying or paying.
About this guide. Researched by the Student Visa From Bangladesh editorial team from the official sources above and last checked on 29 September 2026. We are not a university or a government agency, and admission and visa outcomes are never guaranteed. Read our editorial policy.