[ENG] Dublin Daily Vlog: Printing at the Library & Getting a Student Leap Card
📍 Are you a student or working holidaymaker in Dublin? Need to print documents or get a discounted travel card?Today, I’m taking you along on a typical day in Dublin, where I print my school documents at the library and apply for my Student Leap Card at Trinity College Dublin!
1️⃣ How to Print Documents at Dublin Public Libraries
🏛 Where to Print in Dublin?
Printing in Dublin is easy and affordable! Instead of looking for internet cafés (which can feel a bit shady sometimes), I recommend using public libraries. They are safe, well-maintained, and located all over the city.
Today, I went to the Dublin City Library at ILAC Shopping Centre, located on the second floor of the shopping mall. It’s super easy to find, and their printing system is very user-friendly! You can also print at any other public library in Dublin, as they all use the same system.
🖨 Step-by-Step Guide to Printing at the Library
✔ Send Your Print Request
- If using a USB: Open your file and click "Print."
- If using email/cloud storage: Download the file and print it.
✔ Confirm & Pay for Printing
- After sending the print command, go to the Print Station.
- Enter the code you received via email.
- Select your file and pay.
💰 Printing Costs
- Black & White: €0.20 per page (Email: print.bw@pcg.ie)
- Color: €0.60 per page (Email: print.colour@pcg.ie)
- Payment: Cash (coins) or card
🔥 Pro Tips for Printing in Dublin
✅ Avoid peak hours (12-2 PM on weekdays) to skip long queues.
✅ Always check preview settings before printing to avoid mistakes.
✅ Don’t have a USB? Email your file to the library’s printing service.
2️⃣ Getting a Student Leap Card at Trinity College Dublin
🚋 What is a Student Leap Card?
If you're a student in Dublin, you NEED a Student Leap Card! It gives huge discounts on public transport—for example, a regular bus fare costs €2, while students pay just €1. That’s 50% off every ride! Over time, it saves you a lot of money.
📝 What You Need to Apply
✔ Proof of enrollment (Letter of acceptance from your school)
✔ Passport or IRP card (I just showed a digital copy on my phone!)
✔ Confirmation email from the Leap Card website
✔ €10 application fee (to be paid online beforehand)
🏫 Where to Apply?
The Student Leap Card Office is inside Trinity College Dublin’s Student Union.
📍 How to find it?
- Enter Trinity College’s main gate.
- Walk straight and turn left immediately after the tunnel—you’ll see the Student Union Building!
🪪 How to Apply for a Student Leap Card (Step-by-Step Guide)
✔ Step 1: Apply Online
- Go to Leap Card’s official website.
- Fill out the application form.
- Pay the €10 fee online.
✔ Step 2: Visit the Leap Card Office
- Show your confirmation email and proof of enrollment.
✔ Step 3: Receive Your Card!
- In most cases, you get your card immediately.
- During peak times, they might ask you to return the next day to pick it up.
💰 How to Recharge & Use Your Student Leap Card
🔹 Top-up locations: Convenience stores like Spar, Centra, train stations, and tram stops.
🔹 Online top-up: Through the Leap Card app or website.
🔹 Biggest benefit? Fare capping system—once you reach a weekly fare limit, you ride for free!
3️⃣ Wrapping Up: A Productive Day in Dublin
Today, I had a productive day printing documents at the Dublin City Library and getting my Student Leap Card at Trinity College Dublin. These are must-know tips for any student or expat in Dublin!
Next time, I’ll share:
📌 Best coffee shops in Dublin for studying & working ☕
📌 Hidden bookstores & design shops in the city 📚
✨ Have any questions about student life in Dublin? Let me know in the comments!
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