Passport Services

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 June 2022

Tuesday, 28 June 2022

Ceisteanna (725)

Paul Murphy

Ceist:

725. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Justice if her attention has been drawn to the difficulties faced by a number of Irish citizens for example, Chinese Irish citizens holding dual passports among others in relation to the decision to stop issuing re-entry visas (details supplied); if the immediate provision of Garda National Immigration Bureau cards will be ensured in order to facilitate the unhindered travel of those who chose to retain dual passports; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34138/22]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Justice

Irish nationals cannot register to receive an Irish Residence Permit (IRP) card. An IRP card demonstrates that the holder, a non EEA national, has been legally granted an immigration permission to be in the State. The IRP card details the immigration permission granted as indicated by the relevant Stamp number and any conditions attaching, and also provides an expiry date.

Whilst re-entry visas have been suspended for minors under the age of 16, any dual-national citizen, who has been granted a stamp 6 permission, may continue to apply for a re-entry visa if it is required for travel purposes.

Applications must be made through registered post and I have attached the application forms to this response.

If customers have any further queries on how to apply for a re-entry visa they can be emailed to:  [e-mail], putting "stamp 6 re-entry visa" in the subject line.

 Re-entry Visa Adult

Re-entry Visa Minor