John McGuinness
Question:357 Mr. McGuinness asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform , further to Question No. 458 of 24 February 2004, if a positive decision can now be made based on the information submitted. [13533/04]
View answerTuesday, 11 May 2004
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An appeal against the refusal of the visa application in question was received in my Department in March 2004. The visa appeals officer who examined the application took into account the information provided in support of the application, the applicant's ties and general circumstances in her country of origin, her immigration history, as well as the relative attractiveness and feasibility of the applicant remaining in the State. The Department's approach in these matters is informed by past experience, including experience of abuse of the system. In this instance, the visa appeals officer formed the opinion that it would not be reasonable to conclude that the applicant would observe the conditions attached to the visa and the decision to refuse the application was upheld. It is open to the applicant to make a fresh application with up to date supporting documentation and the matter will be considered anew.