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Ireland Announces €2 Million Funding for English Language Support for Third Country Nationals

🇮🇪 IrelandConsular Updates1 recorded versionLast change 1 Oct 2026
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The Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration has launched a Call for Proposals, offering up to €2 million in funding for projects aimed at enhancing the English language skills of Third Country Nationals (TCNs) in Ireland. This funding is available under the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF) 2021-2027 National Programme, which is jointly funded by the European Union and the Government of Ireland. Organisations can apply for grants of at least €300,000 for projects lasting one to two years, with AMIF funding up to 75% of eligible costs. The minimum project budget is €400,000. Eligible activities include, but are not limited to, language training for various proficiency levels, workplace language training, bridging courses to address qualification gaps, English language acquisition programmes for parents of school children, and certified ESOL accreditation aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The funding will be delivered on a Simplified Cost Option (SCO) basis, where direct staff costs are eligible, and a flat rate of 40% of total staff costs covers all other project expenses such as materials, equipment, room hire, management costs, and overheads. Applications must be submitted via email to AMIF@justice.ie by 12 noon on Friday, 30 October 2026. The call is open to public, private, and voluntary bodies. Third Country Nationals, including International Protection applicants, Beneficiaries of International Protection, and Beneficiaries entitled to Temporary Protection (such as individuals fleeing conflict in Ukraine), are eligible to participate in AMIF-funded projects.

Overview

Ireland has allocated up to €2 million in funding through the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF) 2021-2027 to support projects that enhance the English language skills of Third Country Nationals (TCNs). This initiative aims to facilitate their integration into Irish society by improving communication abilities, thereby aiding access to public services, education, and employment. Organisations can apply for grants of a minimum of €300,000, with submissions due by 12 noon on 30 October 2026.

Who is affected by the latest change

  • Organisations (public, private, and voluntary bodies) that aim to enhance the English language skills of Third Country Nationals in Ireland
  • Third Country Nationals (TCNs), including International Protection applicants, Beneficiaries of International Protection, and Beneficiaries entitled to Temporary Protection, who will participate in the funded projects

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The Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration has launched a Call for Proposals, offering up to €2 million in funding for projects aimed at enhancing the English language skills of Third Country Nationals (TCNs) in Ireland. This funding is available under the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF) 2021-2027 National Programme, which is jointly funded by the European Union and the Government of Ireland. Organisations can apply for grants of at least €300,000 for projects lasting one to two years, with AMIF funding up to 75% of eligible costs. The minimum project budget is €400,000. Eligible activities include, but are not limited to, language training for various proficiency levels, workplace language training, bridging courses to address qualification gaps, English language acquisition programmes for parents of school children, and certified ESOL accreditation aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The funding will be delivered on a Simplified Cost Option (SCO) basis, where direct staff costs are eligible, and a flat rate of 40% of total staff costs covers all other project expenses such as materials, equipment, room hire, management costs, and overheads. Applications must be submitted via email to AMIF@justice.ie by 12 noon on Friday, 30 October 2026. The call is open to public, private, and voluntary bodies. Third Country Nationals, including International Protection applicants, Beneficiaries of International Protection, and Beneficiaries entitled to Temporary Protection (such as individuals fleeing conflict in Ukraine), are eligible to participate in AMIF-funded projects.

This funding call creates a significant opportunity for organisations in Ireland to secure substantial financial support for English language initiatives targeting Third Country Nationals. For affected TCNs, the availability of high-quality, accessible English language programmes is crucial for their integration into Irish society, facilitating better access to public services, educational opportunities, and employment. Organisations must ensure their proposed projects meet the minimum budget of €400,000 and the grant threshold of €300,000 to be considered, and they must adhere to the Simplified Cost Option (SCO) for funding allocation. Failure to submit applications by the 30 October 2026 deadline will result in missed funding opportunities for projects that could profoundly impact the integration and well-being of migrant communities.

Explained simply

Imagine you've moved to a new country where everyone speaks a different language. It would be really hard to talk to people, get a job, or even understand what's going on. Ireland is giving up to €2 million to groups that will teach English to people from outside the European Union who have moved here. This money helps these new residents learn English, making it easier for them to get jobs, go to school, and become part of their new communities.

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  1. v1Issued 1 Oct 2026AnnouncementMedium impact
    Ireland Announces €2 Million Funding for English Language Support for Third Country Nationals

    Ireland's Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration has announced a Call for Proposals under the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF) 2021-2027 National Programme. Up to €2 million is available for projects that aim to enhance the English language skills of Third Country Nationals (TCNs) in Ireland. Organisations, including public, private, and voluntary bodies, can apply for grants of at least €300,000 for one-to-two-year projects, with AMIF covering up to 75% of eligible costs. The deadline for applications is 12 noon on Friday, 30 October 2026.

Timeline

  1. Action deadline

    30 Oct 2026

    Consult the 'Information and Guidance for Applicants' document: Review the detailed guidance to understand eligibility criteria and project requirements.

  2. Announced

    1 Oct 2026

    Ireland has allocated up to €2 million in funding through the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF) 2021-2027 to support projects that enhance the English language skills of Third Country Nationals (TCNs). This initiative aims to facilitate their integration into Irish society by improving communication abilities, thereby aiding access to public services, education, and employment. Organis

  3. Takes effect

    1 Oct 2026

    The Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration has launched a Call for Proposals, offering up to €2 million in funding for projects aimed at enhancing the English language skills of Third Country Nationals (TCNs) in Ireland. This funding is available under the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF) 2021-2027 National Programme, which is jointly funded by the European Union and the Go

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