Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 November 2018
315. Deputy Clare Daly asked the Minister for Justice and Equality the reason numerous delegates who sought to attend a conference (details supplied) were denied visas for the purpose, with particular reference to the fact that these persons came from organisations lobbying for peace and disarmament. [49392/18]
View answerI am advised by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) of my Department that visa applications are processed for a variety of purposes including from persons wishing to come here for events or conferences such as those referred to by the Deputy.
All visa applications are considered on their individual merits having regard to the information and supporting documentation supplied by applicants, and their ability to provide sufficient evidence that they will adhere to the terms of a visa including returning home before the visa expires. If an application is refused, full details are provided to the applicant as to the reasons why, which can be wide ranging, and is often based on more than one reason. Applicants subject to a negative decision, have the opportunity to appeal within two months.
