Upload copies of your passport and accept the terms and conditions of the program.
Contact DCE if you have questions or notice any errors in your application.
DCE may request additional information if needed.
3. Before you travel -- Letter of offer
After reviewing your application, DCE will issue a Letter of Offer (Invoice). This document includes your personal details, program information, and an itemized breakdown of fees.
Contact DCE if you do not receive the Letter of Offer within 24 hours of submitting your application.
4. Before you travel -- Payment
Double-check the details on the Letter of Offer and notify DCE of any errors.
Fees must be paid at least 8 weeks before the course start date.
Payments must be made via bank transfer (no cash payments).
Include your Application Identification Number in the payment reference/message section.
Email a screenshot or proof of payment to info@dcedu.ie.
5. Before you travel -- Letter of Acceptance
Once payment is received, DCE will issue a Letter of Acceptance and a receipt via email.
This letter serves as proof of full payment and can be used for visa/entry purposes.
It includes your personal details, program information, and any additional services (e.g., learner protection, medical insurance, accommodation, airport pickup).
Review the letter carefully and contact DCE if you notice any errors.
6. When you travel -- Travel to ireland
After receiving your Letter of Acceptance, you can book your flight to Dublin (for visa-free countries).
Learners from visa-required countries must apply for a study visa.
Book an immigration appointment 2-3 weeks after your classes start and no later than 180 days after arrival.
Do not attend the appointment before completing your induction at DCE. You will need enrollment and insurance documents from DCE for the appointment.
Schedule your appointment 2-3 weeks after classes start and no later than 180 days after arrival.
Documents Required for Registration:
Original Passport (valid for at least 6 months).
Letter of Enrolment from DCE.
Medical Insurance and Learner Protection Certificate.
Proof of Funds (bank statement or equivalent).
€300 Registration Fee (payable by credit/debit card).
During the appointment, immigration officials will verify your documents, record your biometric data (fingerprints and photo), and issue an Irish Residence Permit (IRP).
Students are typically granted Stamp 2 permission.
Always carry your IRP and passport when traveling outside Ireland and re-entering.
Upload copies of your passport, IRP/GNIB card, attendance letter from your previous institution, and level certificate.
Accept the terms and conditions of the program and complete the induction sheet.
Contact DCE if you have questions or notice any errors in your application.
DCE may request additional information if needed.
For more details about DCE’s policies, procedures, services, and facilities, visit: https://dcedu.ie/.
2. You will receive -- Offer letter/invoice
After reviewing your application, DCE will issue an Offer Letter. This document includes your personal details, program information, and bank details for payment.
Contact DCE if you do not receive the Offer Letter within 24 hours of submitting your application.
3. Transfers the course fee -- Payment
Double-check the details on the Offer Letter and notify DCE of any errors.
Include your APID # in the payment reference/message section.
Email a screenshot or proof of payment to info@dcedu.ie.
4. Send us the proof of payment -- You will receive the emails & enrolement documents
Once payment is received, DCE will email your enrollment documents (Enrolment Letter and Insurance Details).
Review the documents carefully and contact DCE if you notice any errors.
You will also receive emails with important information about your course, including your Final Exam, Study Start Date, and Login Details for the DCE Online Student Management System.
If you do not receive these emails, contact info@dcedu.ie.
5. Renewal registration with immigration -- Study VISA renewal