David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael)
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Question 518: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform the way in which citizens of New Zealand can apply for and become residents in this State; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9355/05]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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There are a number of ways in which New Zealand nationals may become resident in Ireland depending on their individual circumstances and the purpose for which they are in the State. For example, residency may be granted to a non-EEA national for the purposes of employment, to study, to operate a business or as a dependent family member of an Irish or EEA national resident in the State.

Nationals of New Zealand do not require a visa to enter the State. They may reside in the State on visitors' conditions up to a maximum period of 90 days. Should they wish to remain in the State for longer than 90 days they must register with their local Garda registration officer and apply for further permission to remain. When seeking an extension of their permission they must be able to provide sufficient documentation to support their application for residency. The documentation required by each individual will depend on the grounds on which he or she is seeking residency, for example as a worker or a student.