English Language Students Stamp 2 Bridging Permission 2026 Update
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English Language students who have completed a 2nd or 3rd course and enrolled in a Higher Education Programme can get a Stamp 2 permission. The permission will be valid until 30th September 2026.
English Language Students Stamp 2 Bridging Permission 2026 Update
The Immigration Service Delivery (ISD) has announced a bridging permission for English Language students who have successfully completed a 2nd or 3rd course and subsequently enrolled in a Higher Education Programme commencing by the end of October 2026. The bridging permission will be a short term Stamp 2 permission granted until 30th September 2026, from the date of expiry of their previous permission.
Eligibility for Stamp 2 Permission
To be eligible for the Stamp 2 permission, students must meet the following requirements:
- Complete a 2nd or 3rd course in English Language
- Enroll in a Higher Education Programme commencing by the end of October 2026
Duration of Stamp 2 Permission
The Stamp 2 permission will be valid until 30th September 2026, from the date of expiry of the previous permission.
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Source: irishimmigration.ie