Ireland · for applicants from Nigeria
Post-study 'stay-back' permission for non-EU graduates of recognised Irish institutions. Level 8 graduates get 12 months; Level 9/10 get up to 24 months. Work full-time without a permit while job-seeking, then move to a CSEP/GEP. Cannot be self-employed on Stamp 1G.
Rules last verified: 20 August 2026 · by Elizabeth O
Embassy processing
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Our turnaround
5–7 working days
Done-for-you Standard
Government fees
~£257
≈ ₦468,254
Award not eligible
Qualification not an eligible NFQ award.
Fix: Confirm the award qualifies before applying.
Applied after permission lapsed
Student permission already expired.
Fix: Apply before Stamp 2 expiry.
Required
Valid passport
When: "all"
Evidence of the eligible Irish award (parchment/transcript)
When: "all"
Current Stamp 2 IRP
When: "all"
Private medical insurance
When: "all"
Evidence of active job search (for Level 9/10 renewal)
When: "second 12 months"
1. Prepare your application
Gather documents, draft supporting letters, complete forms
1–3 weeks
2. Rekoja review (if Done-for-you)
Specialist checks your file before you submit
5–7 working days
3. Submit online or at visa centre
Biometrics appointment may be required
1 day
4. Embassy decision
Standard processing. Priority options may be available.
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These are the fees you pay to the government, not Rekoja's service fee. Shown at the indicative exchange rate.
Mandatory
IRP registration (Stamp 1G)
£257
₦468,254
Total government fees
~£257
≈ ₦468,254
Indicative. 1 GBP = 1,822 NGN · 16 September 2026. Government fees change. Confirm on the official website before paying.
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