International student News from Ireland

Irish government moves to limit student recruitment 

Citing safety concerns, the Irish government has requested that English language schools downscale their recruitment of new international students until 2021. The government hopes that this will provide time for more effective management and measures to be put in place.

Ireland signals intent to welcome students

The government of Ireland, via a message from the Higher Education Minister, have underlined the country’s commitment to welcoming international students. The country is intending to release a list of safe countries from which students will not be subjected to travel bans or quarantine requirements.

Ireland eases visa restrictions for international students

International English language course students studying in Ireland who have had to remain in the country due to the coronavirus pandemic have been granted leave to remain until the end of the year if they re-enrol for an online course in the country.