Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 8 September 2020
80. Deputy Niall Collins asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the status of an application by a person (details supplied); when a decision will be made; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21368/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Employment Permits Section of my Department inform me that the critical skills employment permit application for this individual was refused on July 6th as the occupation stated on the application is not the critical skills occupations list.
The applicant was notified by email of the refusal reasons and of the right to request a review of this decision within 28 days of issue of the refusal decision. To date, no such appeal has been received. The applicant has submitted the relevant forms to receive a 90% refund of the fee they paid for an employment permit and this currently being processed.
While the occupation is ineligible for a critical skills employment permit, it is eligible for a general employment permit. A new application may be submitted, subject to complying with the legislative requirements for this employment permit type. Should the employer wish to submit an application for a general employment permit , I have asked my officials to expedite the decision.
A comprehensive suite of information is available on my Department's website regarding employment permits and a FAQ document which answers the majority of the most common questions is available via the following link
https://dbei.gov.ie/en/What-We-Do/Workplace-and-Skills/Employment-Permits/
