Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 29 November 2005
262 Mr. Cregan asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the way in which a person (details supplied) whose work authorisation documentation was removed from him by GNIB, can go about regularising his status here; the way in which he can obtain renewal or replacement of his full work authorisation permit, or other, in order that he may remain in employment here. [36813/05]
View answerThe details supplied indicate that this person's work authorisation expired in October 2004. As a general rule, in order to obtain a work visa or work authorisation, a person must meet certain criteria including the offer of a job and a third level qualification from a recognised third level institution in respect of certain specified professions. Work authorisations and visas are issued through the Department of Foreign Affairs through the Irish embassies and consulates abroad. My Department does not have role in relation to the status of persons in the State and this case is a matter for GNIB.
263 Mr. Haughey asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment his plans to automatically allow the spouses of care assistants, with work permits and residency, to work having regard to a case (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36900/05]
View answerThe spouse of a non-European Economic Area national working legally in the State, including the spouses of care assistants, must obtain an employment permit in order to take up employment in the State.
