Medical Insurance Basics for Students

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Purpose: Explain why private medical insurance is required for most non‑EEA students and what to check before you arrive.
Responsible team: Student Success / Admin
Last updated: January 30, 2026
Quick summary
  • Private medical insurance is required for many non‑EEA students.
  • Check the official Irish Immigration help for the exact requirement.
  • Keep your insurance documents ready for registration.
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Who this is for

Non‑EEA students who need private medical insurance for immigration and registration.

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

Step-by-step

1) Confirm the requirement for your visa type

Check the official immigration help to check whether you must show private medical insurance.

2) Make sure your cover is valid in Ireland

Your insurance should cover your full stay in Ireland.

3) Keep proof of insurance ready

Bring insurance documents to your registration appointment and keep copies.

Documents, costs, timelines

Documents
  • **Documents:** Insurance policy details and proof of cover.
  • **Costs:** Insurance costs vary by provider.
  • **Timelines:** Arrange insurance before travel when possible.
Costs and timing
  • **Documents:** Insurance policy details and proof of cover.
  • **Costs:** Insurance costs vary by provider.
  • **Timelines:** Arrange insurance before travel when possible.

Common mistakes (avoid these)

  • Arriving without valid insurance documents
  • Buying insurance that does not cover your full stay
  • Assuming travel insurance is always enough

If something goes wrong

Contact Student Success if you are unsure whether your insurance meets the requirement. 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 the standard insurance requirement
  • Confirm what you need for registration
  • Student life questions: contact the Student Success Team.
Need help now? Contact Student Success and we will guide you.
Email Student Success

Sources (official)

  • Long stay study visa help (ISD): https://www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-to-study-in-ireland/what-are-my-study-visa-options/how-to-apply-for-long-term-study-visa/
  • Registration and permission requirements (ISD): https://www.irishimmigration.ie/registering-your-immigration-permission/
Disclaimer: Rules can change. Always check the official sources above or contact Student Success if unsure.

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