Niall Collins (Limerick County, Fianna Fail)
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151. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade if he has considered the possibility of a Palestinian sponsored visa programme in circumstances in which persons have a sponsor here that has agreed to provide employment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46971/18]

Simon Coveney (Cork South Central, Fine Gael)
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Visas, which relate solely to entry into Ireland, are a matter for the Minister for Justice and Equality. Work permits are a matter for the Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation. A Palestinian or other person who has secured a Work Permit on the basis of an offer of employment may apply for a work visa to enter the country for that purpose.

In relation to providing opportunities for Palestinians, my Department is in the process of implementing an expanded scheme of educational scholarships specifically for Palestinians who wish to study in Ireland.