Damien English (Meath, Fine Gael)
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Question 242: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform when an application by a person (details supplied) for a visa will be decided on; and the position regarding this file to date. [7224/07]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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The position in relation to granting long-term residency is as follows — people who have been legally resident in the State for over five years on the basis of work permit/work authorisation/work visa conditions may apply to the Immigration Division of my Department for a five year residency extension. In that context they may also apply to be exempt from employment permit requirements. I am informed by the Immigration Division of my Department that the person in question does not yet meet the qualifying criteria for long term residency. Permission to remain in respect of the person concerned has not been renewed since 9th May 2006 and I understand the Immigration Division has been in contact with her regarding her immigration status.