Michael Ring (Mayo, Fine Gael)
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Question 117: To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform when long term residence will be granted to persons (details supplied) in County Mayo. [13696/07]

Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
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As outlined in Parliamentary Question No. 417 put down for answer on 31st January 2007, persons 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.

While applications for long term residency are under consideration, the person concerned should ensure that their permission to remain in the State is kept up to date.

An application for long term residence from the persons referred to by the Deputy was received in July 2006. I understand that applications received in June 2006 are currently being dealt with.