1143. Deputy Michael Creed asked the Minister for Justice the purpose of Stamp 0 visas; the type of visitor that this visa category is appropriate for; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35077/24]

A Stamp 0 immigration permission is provided to persons who are:

retiring to or live in Ireland as a person of independent means,

a visiting academic at an Irish university or college,

living in Ireland as the elderly, dependent relative of an Irish National, or of a non-EU/EEA or Swiss citizen.

A Stamp 0 indicates that a person has permission to stay in Ireland for a temporary period, subject to that person being of independent means and fully self-sufficient financially. Alternatively, their sponsor in Ireland must be of independent means and can support them fully.

Stamp 0 holders must not work or engage in any business, trade or profession unless specified in a letter of permission from the Immigration Service of my Department. Stamp 0 is subject to several conditions and limitations; for example, it does not allow a holder to access any public services, such as health services or public hospitals.