Stamp 2 Student Visa vs Long-term Visa for Studies
Student visa comparison: Ireland and Czech Republic. Tuition, work rights, financial requirements and post-study pathways.
Overview
 IE
Stamp 2 Student Visa
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 CZ
Long-term Visa for Studies
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| Country | Ireland | Czech Republic |
| Program type | Full time | Full time |
| Status | Active | Active |
At a glance
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IE
Stamp 2 Student Visa
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CZ
Long-term Visa for Studies
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| Initial duration | 12 mo | 6 mo |
| Proof of funds | $11,000 | $5,480 |
| Application fee | $110 | $118 |
| Work during study | Yes | Yes |
| Post-study visa | Yes | Yes |
Tuition
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IE
Stamp 2 Student Visa
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CZ
Long-term Visa for Studies
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| Tuition policy | Full fee | Mixed |
| Tuition-free scope | None | Language condition |
| Tuition-free condition | — | Free tuition at public universities for programs taught in Czech language, regardless of nationality. |
| Tuition minimum | $10,000 | — |
| Tuition maximum | $55,000 | $20,826 |
| Scholarships available | Yes | Yes |
Duration
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IE
Stamp 2 Student Visa
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CZ
Long-term Visa for Studies
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| Initial duration | 12 months | 6 months |
| Maximum duration | 84 months | — |
| Renewable | Yes | Yes |
| Renewal duration | 12 months | 24 months |
Financial requirements
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IE
Stamp 2 Student Visa
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CZ
Long-term Visa for Studies
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| Proof of funds | $11,000 | $5,480 |
| Application fee | $110 | $118 |
| Dependent fee | — | $118 |
Work during study
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IE
Stamp 2 Student Visa
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CZ
Long-term Visa for Studies
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| Work allowed | Yes | Yes |
| Hours per week (term) | 20 hrs | — |
| Hours per week (vacation) | 40 hrs | — |
| Unlimited hours | No | Yes |
| Freelance allowed | No | Yes |
| On campus only | No | No |
| Work permission type | Automatic | Automatic |
Requirements
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IE
Stamp 2 Student Visa
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CZ
Long-term Visa for Studies
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| Full-time study | Required | Required |
| Institution accreditation | Required | Required |
| Health insurance | Required | Required |
| Medical exam | Not required | Not required |
| Criminal record check | Not required | Required |
| Accommodation proof | Not required | Required |
| Visa interview | Not required | Required |
Family and dependents
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IE
Stamp 2 Student Visa
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CZ
Long-term Visa for Studies
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| Dependents allowed | No | Yes |
| Dependent restriction | Non-EEA students generally cannot bring family members. Spouses and children cannot apply on the basis of relationship to a student. Limited exceptions exist for PhD students. | Spouse and children. Family members apply for their own visa/permit. |
| Spouse can work | No | Yes |
| Spouse work unrestricted | No | Yes |
| Children can attend school | No | Yes |
Post-study pathways
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IE
Stamp 2 Student Visa
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CZ
Long-term Visa for Studies
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| Post-study visa | Yes | Yes |
| Work permit | Yes | Yes |
| Permanent residency | Yes(5 yrs) | Yes(5 yrs) |
| Citizenship | Yes(8 yrs) | Yes(10 yrs) |
| Time counts toward permanent residency | No | Yes |
| Fraction of time counted | — | 0.50 |
Application process
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IE
Stamp 2 Student Visa
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CZ
Long-term Visa for Studies
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| Method | Online | In person |
| Processing time | 30–56 days | 30–60 days |
| Apply in-country | No | No |
| Multiple entry | Yes | Yes |
| Schengen access | No | Yes |