Lively Dublin, the Cliffs of Moher facing the Atlantic, the lakes and mountains of Connemara: Ireland wins hearts with its landscapes and warm welcome. A top English-speaking destination for studies, learning English and family trips.
Certified Ireland Specialist agency
Wanderlust has completed Tourism Ireland's Ireland Specialist Training Programme. Tourism Ireland is the official body promoting the island of Ireland. We design your trips and study projects in Ireland with real destination expertise.
Certified in October 2026.
When to go?
The longest days, ideal for the west coast.
Saint Patrick's Day, the national holiday, on 17 March.
The start of the academic year at universities and English schools.
Must-sees
Dublin
Trinity College, Temple Bar, the Liffey quays and a vibrant cultural life.
The Cliffs of Moher
Over 200 metres above the Atlantic, on the Wild Atlantic Way.
Connemara
Lakes, mountains and Kylemore Abbey.
Also worth discovering
Galway and the Ring of Kerry
The student city of Galway and Kerry's famous scenic route.
Itinerary idea: 8 days in Ireland
- 1
Dublin (3 days)
- 2
Road to Galway (2 days)
- 3
Cliffs of Moher and the Burren (1 day)
- 4
Connemara and Kylemore (1 day)
- 5
Back to Dublin (1 day)
Every trip is tailor-made to your dates, budget and wishes.
Study in Ireland
An English-speaking EU country, with renowned universities and many English language schools.
The key steps
- Admission to a recognised institution (for an English course: a programme on the official ILEP list)
- Study visa applied for online (AVATS), then the paper file is sent
- Proof of funds and private medical insurance
- Registration with the immigration services after arrival
Requirements change: check them on official websites. Wanderlust supports you from orientation to settling in; admission is decided by the institutions and the visa by the competent authorities.
Formalities from the DRC
Congolese nationals need an Irish visa. It is separate from the Schengen visa, as Ireland is not part of the Schengen area. You apply online (AVATS), then send the paper file to the visa office shown on your summary sheet, as there is no Irish embassy in Kinshasa. A decision usually comes about 8 weeks after the documents are received. Northern Ireland is part of the United Kingdom and requires a UK visa.
Entry requirements, fees and processing times change regularly: always check the latest information on official websites. Wanderlust helps you prepare your file; the decision rests solely with the competent authorities.
Read: Visa refusal: the most common reasons and how to avoid them
Our advice
- Pack a raincoat: it can rain in any season.
- Traffic drives on the left: take care when crossing the road.
- Plugs are type G (British): bring an adapter.
Ready to discover Ireland?
Visa, flights, accommodation, transfers: we organise your trip from start to finish.