Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 24 May 2023
42. Deputy Peter Fitzpatrick asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs if he will provide information regarding a passport application (details supplied) needing further clarification; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25058/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraAll passport applications are subject to the terms of the Passports Act 2008, as amended. Section 7(1)(a) states that a person must be an Irish citizen in order for the Minister to issue a passport to that person. Accordingly, every applicant for a passport must submit a complete application form with supporting documents positively confirming to the satisfaction of the Minister, among other things, that the person is an Irish citizen and as such is entitled to a passport.
The application in question, which raises a number of complex issues relating to citizenship, is presently under active consideration within the Passport Service. The Passport Service will be in contact with the applicant’s parents in due course.
