John McGuinness
Ceist:356 Mr. McGuinness asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if a decision can be expedited in relation to a visa application in view of the medical and family circumstances. [15515/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 25 May 2004
Ceisteanna (336)
Freagraí scríofa
The visa application to which the Deputy refers was made in December 2002. It was refused as it was not established on the basis of the documentation supplied that the applicant, a then 26 year old male, would observe the conditions of the visa. In particular, it was considered that the applicant had not displayed evidence of any obligations to return home following his proposed visit.
The applicant stated that he was unemployed. No evidence was submitted to show he had any resources or ties to his country of origin or how he intended to maintain himself while in the State. An affidavit from the applicant's relatives in Ireland stated that they wished him to come to Ireland to take care of their children for a six month period. An appeal was made against the refusal. The visa appeals officer, having re-examined the application, upheld the original decision. It is open to the applicant to make a fresh application with up to date supporting documentation and the matter will be considered again.