Michael McGrath
Question:122 Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs if he will support the case of a person (details supplied). [8534/10]
View answerThursday, 18 February 2010
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The Passports Act 2008 sets out the legislative basis for the regulation and issuing of passports. In accordance with the Act, the Minister may specify how a passport application may be made (Section 6). The Minister may require an applicant to provide such information and documents as he or she considers necessary (Section 7(2)). A statutory declaration or sworn affidavit as to the accuracy and correctness of the information supplied may also be required (Section 7(3)).
General information on the application process is set out in the notes accompanying the application form and also on www.passport.ie .
The various requirements of the application process must be complied with before a passport may issue. Particular attention should be paid to the requirements to produce all necessary documentation to establish citizenship and parental/Guardian consent.Resolution of such matters following the birth of a child born in a location which is not the normal place of residence of both parents and in which Ireland has no permanent representation may take some additional time. Ireland's Honorary Consul's in Thailand, either in Bangkok or Phuket, will assist in every way possible to expedite an application for a travel document.
I would advise that the person contacts the Passport Office in advance of travel to clarify the documentary evidence that would be required in order to ensure the timely processing of the application.