Immigration, Residence and Protection Bill 2007

Public bill · Government · Presented

The proposal would create a single framework for visas, entry, residence, immigration enforcement and applications for protection in Ireland, replacing several existing laws. It would set clearer rules for lawful residence, give immigration officers stronger powers to examine, detain and remove people without permission to remain, and require carriers and some businesses to provide information; it would also introduce biometric records and tighter controls on marriages involving foreign nationals. People seeking protection would have one application process covering refugee status, other protection from serious harm and permission to remain, with appeals to an independent review tribunal and safeguards for children and confidential information. It would also create five-year long-term residence permits with rights broadly similar to those of Irish citizens, while allowing the Government to set immigration policy and designate safe countries or transfer applications elsewhere.

Formal long title

Bill entitled an Act to restate and modify certain aspects of the law relating to the entry into and presence in the State of certain foreign nationals and others, including foreign nationals in need of protection from the risk of serious harm or persecution elsewhere and to provide for related matters

Last updated 12 April 2018