Language schools say financial demands on international students ‘disproportionate’

English language schools have called on the Government to pause new rules that would see a further increase in the amount of money an international student must have before being granted permission to study in Ireland.

An increase that takes effect on June 30th will see students who don’t require a visa to provide proof of €6,665 in funds, up from €4,680.

Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan defended the move in the Dáil in recent weeks. “One of the key conditions applicabl...
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