Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 30 April 2024
272. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if he is aware of an issue impacting upon non-EU citizens working in Ireland whereby they are unable to secure appointments to apply for Schengen area visas; if he has engaged with relevant EU Member State embassies in Ireland or his EU counterparts in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19121/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department has responsibility for economic migration policy and the employment permits system which facilitates non-EEA nationals the opportunity to take up employment in the State for the benefit of the economy.
Visa processes for any individuals seeking to enter Schengen countries are not within the responsibility of my Department. I have been informed by officials in the Department of Foreign Affairs that it is a matter for other Member States as to how they operate their own visa services.
