Dáil Éireann debate -
Thursday, 15 Oct 1992

Vol. 423 No. 6

Written Answers. - Visas and Permits.

Jim Kemmy

Question:

58 Mr. Kemmy asked the Minister for Justice the reasons for the ongoing confusion in relation to the administration of visas, residents' permits and other matters related to the movement of foreigners seeking to visit this country; if he has any plans to have a clear, explicit and easily understood system open to inspection and available to foreigners in Irish embassies abroad which would remove the ambiguities and confusion which have given rise to real difficulties in the past; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

Minister for Justice (Mr. Flynn)

There is no confusion in relation to the matters outlined by the Deputy in the question. The visa application form and accompanying notes explain the procedures to be followed. All visa applications are decided on an individual basis, having regard to the information supplied by the applicant and/or his or her sponsor.