Within how many months of getting my final results must I apply for the Ireland Stamp 1G post-study work visa?
Your Stamp 1G application is due no later than 6 months after your official degree results arrive, and you need written notice of results, not the graduation ceremony. You also need a valid Stamp 2 student visa and an active Irish Residence Permit card.
Your Stamp 1G application has to reach the authorities no later than 6 months after your official degree results arrive. You do not need to wait for your formal graduation ceremony, only for written notification of your final results from your Irish university.
Conditions for the Third Level Graduate Programme
| Condition | Detail |
|---|---|
| Results | Written notification confirming your final degree results |
| Application timing | Within 6 months of your official degree results |
| Current permission | Valid Stamp 2 student visa and an active Irish Residence Permit card |
| Time limit with a Level 8 Bachelor's | Student (Stamp 2) plus graduate (Stamp 1G) time cannot exceed 7 years |
| Character | Good character record and full compliance with Irish law |
Using the Scheme Twice
- If you complete a Level 8 degree and later complete a Level 9 Master's or Level 10 PhD, you can apply for the graduate scheme a second time.
- This extends your lifetime limit under student conditions to 8 years.
- You can access the programme a maximum of two times in your life.
My Advice
Set a reminder for the day your results arrive, and gather your documents before then so the 6 months do not slip away. Check the official Irish immigration page for the latest rules before you apply.
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