Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 27 Nov 2002

Vol. 558 No. 2

Written Answers. - Visa Requirements.

Emmet Stagg

Question:

196 Mr. Stagg asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the necessary visitor visa requirements for a person from Russia travelling to Ireland; and if, in particular, the native Russian must hold an exit visa from the Russian authorities. [24023/02]

Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Mr. McDowell):

A Russian national requires an Irish entry visa to travel to Ireland. Requirements in relation to a Russian exit visa are a matter for the Russian authorities.