Ireland’s CAO 2027 application and course-choice deadlines

The discounted and standard application dates have separate prices

CAO lists EUR 35 for the discounted online rate by 20 January at 17:00 and EUR 50 for the standard online or paper application by 1 February at 17:00. The late online fee is EUR 65. Check whether the course or applicant category can use the late window before relying on it. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3

Track the documents that must reach CAO

The timetable says HEAR and DARE supporting documentation must arrive by 17:00 on 10 March. That is a separate event for applicants using those access routes. Use the timetable and the applicable access scheme instructions to track the application and supporting documents. Source 1

Course edits use several windows

Applicants can add or edit choices during the ordinary application window. CAO then provides a paid amendment period between 5 February and 1 March. The later Change of Mind facility is free and is available from 5 May until 17:00 on 1 July, subject to restrictions. Source 1 Source 3

Check restrictions before adding a course late

CAO says restricted courses generally cannot be introduced during free Change of Mind. Its guidance describes a limited exception where the new choice uses the exact same assessment procedures as one applied for by the normal deadline, subject to checking with the institution. Some institutions also restrict changes by mature applicants. Source 3

Sources

• Central Applications Office 2027 timetable of events
• Central Applications Office 2027 application fees and closing dates
• Central Applications Office Change of Mind windows and restrictions