I wish to advise the Deputy that questions regarding the right of a non-EU national to reside and work in Estonia are a matter for the Estonian authorities. The rights of non EU nationals, who have no family connection to an EU citizen, are not covered by Community free movement legislation. This is not a matter for my Department or, indeed, the Irish Government.
The Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment has the primary role in developing economic migration policy and the work permit scheme is currently administered by his Department. In general, a non-EEA national wishing to work in Ireland requires the permission of the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment under the Employment Permits Act 2003 and is required to be in possession of a work permit or a working visa/work authorisation. A prospective employer must obtain a work permit in respect of the non-EEA national. If the worker is of a nationality which requires a visa, this must be obtained prior to travel to the State.