Mary Butler
Question:585. Deputy Mary Butler asked the Minister for Justice if she will consider the issues raised in correspondence by person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16636/22]
View answerTuesday, 29 March 2022
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I recognise and acknowledge the crucial role healthcare workers are continuing to play in responding to the threat of COVID-19. They work in a challenging environment and deal with vulnerable people on a daily basis. Their exceptional commitment has been particularly clear throughout the pandemic, during which they have played a key role in preventing the spread of COVID-19.
An immigration Stamp 3 indicates permission to stay in Ireland for a specified period, subject to conditions and is reckonable as residence when applying for citizenship by way of naturalisation. It is a condition of the Stamp 3 that the person cannot work or engage in any business, trade or profession.
It is open to anyone on any immigration permission to apply for a change of their immigration status if they meet the criteria for doing so. The person concerned may wish to consider applying for a stamp 2 immigration permission, which would allow the right to employment in limited circumstances and under student conditions. However, it should be borne in mind that a Stamp 2 is not reckonable for residence if the applicant intends to apply for naturalisation in the future.
More information is available on my Department's website at: www.irishimmigration.ie/my-situation-has-changed-since-i-arrived-in-ireland/ and at: www.irishimmigration.ie/registering-your-immigration-permission/information-on-registering/immigration-permission-stamps/.