First 30 Days in Dublin (Day 1, Week 1, Week 2-4)

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Purpose: Give new students a simple timeline for settling in and staying compliant with immigration rules.
Responsible team: Student Success / Admin
Last updated: January 30, 2026
Quick summary
  • Day 1: settle in, get a SIM, and plan your route to school.
  • Week 1: attend orientation and check your course schedule.
  • Week 2–4: register immigration permission (if required) and apply for PPS if working.
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Who this is for

Students who have just arrived in Dublin for study.

If you are not sure this applies to you, contact Student Success for guidance.

Step-by-step

Day 1

  • Check into your accommodation
  • Get a local SIM
  • Plan your route to ULearn

Week 1

  • Attend orientation and placement testing
  • Confirm your timetable
  • Ask Student Success about any immediate questions

Week 2–4

  • Register your immigration permission if staying over 90 days
  • Apply for PPS if you are starting work
  • Open a bank account (if needed for wages)

Documents, costs, timelines

Documents
  • **Documents:** Passport, accommodation details, course documents, insurance.
  • **Costs:** Registration fee and PPS application may apply.
  • **Timelines:** Immigration registration must be completed within the required timeframe.
Costs and timing
  • **Documents:** Passport, accommodation details, course documents, insurance.
  • **Costs:** Registration fee and PPS application may apply.
  • **Timelines:** Immigration registration must be completed within the required timeframe.

Common mistakes (avoid these)

  • Waiting too long to register immigration permission
  • Working without checking permissions
  • Not attending orientation or placement testing

If something goes wrong

If you are unsure about any step, contact Student Success immediately. Do not wait. Tell us early so we can help you.

  • If you feel stuck, contact the Student Success Team.

How ULearn can help

  • Explain every step in your first month
  • Help you book appointments and prepare documents
  • Student life questions: contact the Student Success Team.
Need help now? Contact Student Success and we will guide you.
Email Student Success

Sources (official)

  • Immigration registration (ISD): https://www.irishimmigration.ie/registering-your-immigration-permission/
  • PPS number application (Gov.ie): https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-social-protection/services/get-a-personal-public-service-pps-number/
Disclaimer: Rules can change. Always check the official sources above or contact Student Success if unsure.

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