Noel O'Flynn (Cork North Central, Fianna Fail)
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Question 173: To ask the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform if a person with a stamp three on their passport is entitled to work or attend college here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30354/07]

Brian Lenihan Jnr (Dublin West, Fianna Fail)
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Non EEA nationals who have permission to remain in the State on stamp 3 conditions and who are not visa required need to obtain the appropriate documentation to enable them take up employment in Ireland. Further information is available on the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment website (www.entemp.ie). Should they wish to study in the State they will need to provide the following documentary evidence to their local immigration office:

1.Evidence of registration on a full time course of at least 15 hours duration leading to a qualification recognised by the Department of Education and Science.

2.Evidence of fees paid.

3.Evidence that they are in a position to financially maintain themselves in the State.

Non EEA nationals who have permission to remain in the State on stamp 3 conditions and who are visa required must leave and reapply for the appropriate visa from outside the State should they wish to return. They should include in their new visa application information outlining the purpose and duration of their intended stay.