Danny Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent)
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520. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the documents or proof that are required from Ukrainian refugees entering Ireland to demonstrate they are genuinely Ukrainians fleeing the war. [58177/22]

Helen McEntee (Meath East, Fine Gael)
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On Friday the 25 February I announced the immediate lifting of visa requirements for Ukrainian nationals. Subsequently, the Temporary Protection Directive was activated, an emergency provision designed to quickly and humanely respond to the mass displacement of Ukrainian people by Russian aggression. Ireland participates in this EU measure, which has been given legal effect under Section 60 of the International Protection Act 2015.

Applicants are required to have proof of identity and proof of residency in Ukraine prior to 24 February 2022 in order to meet the criteria for Temporary Protection (TP).

The following documents may be accepted in lieu of a national passport:

- National ID Card

- Birth Certificate

- Internal Passport

- Marriage certificates for applications from third country nationals seeking TP under the family reunification side of the directive.

Expired documents may also be accepted for travel to Ireland.

Thomas Pringle (Donegal, Independent)
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521. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality if travel documents are required for a Ukrainian refugee staying in Ireland to travel to London or Belfast to sit an examination (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [57297/22]

Helen McEntee (Meath East, Fine Gael)
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I can advise the Deputy that it is open to any person to leave the State. However, they should check with the authorities of their intended destination as they may be subject to specific immigration requirements at their destination.

I have no role in the administration of immigration matters of any other jurisdiction. Any queries relating to immigration matters in another jurisdiction should be addressed to the immigration authorities of that jurisdiction. The website for the immigration service of the UK is: www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration