Helen McEntee (Meath East, Fine Gael)
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I can advise the Deputy that the Domestic Residence and Permissions Division of my Department are currently receiving very high levels of applications across several of their immigration schemes, which is causing some delays.

My Department endeavours to process applications as quickly as possible. However, processing times may vary due to a number of factors, such as the number of applications on hand, individual circumstances, the complexity of applications, whether further information is required, and the resources available.

The immigration services of my Department utilises the resources available in order to ensure that applications are processed in the shortest timeframe possible.

I can assure the Deputy that the Division are working hard to finalise applications as quickly as possible and appreciate customers’ patience as they deal with this increase.