Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 22 November 2012
53. Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade his plans to increase the number of countries that the Irish passport is visa free to enter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51971/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraI wish to advise the Deputy that the visa and immigration requirements for foreign countries are solely a matter for the appropriate authorities in those countries and outside of my remit. Visa and immigration matters, both legislation and policy, in this jurisdiction are a matter for the Minister for Justice, Equality and Defence.
