Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 27 May 2020
321. Deputy Jack Chambers asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if advice can be provided to a person (details supplied) who urgently requires a visa renewal appointment due to extenuating circumstances; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7080/20]
View answerAs the Deputy will appreciate, due to current Government restrictions aimed at slowing the spread of COVID-19 and to ensure customer safety, the Registration Office at Burgh Quay and all local Registration offices are currently closed. The reopening of the offices will be kept under review as the situation develops. Unfortunately, it is not possible to obtain an appointment to renew a registration at this time.
On 13 May, I announced that current valid permissions due to expire between 20 May 2020 and 20 July 2020 are automatically for a period of two months. The renewal of permission is on the same basis as the existing permission and the same conditions attach.
I can inform the Deputy that the permission of the person referred to is due to expire within this time period and therefore has been automatically renewed by the notice for a further two months. The published notice of automatic renewal and the expired IRP card can be relied upon to confirm the permission to remain in the State.
Further updates will be provided on the Immigration Service website when available, and I would encourage the Deputy to view our updates and a detailed Frequently Asked Questions document on the Immigration Service website at:
http://www.inis.gov.ie/en/INIS/Pages/COVID-19-updates-and-announcements
