Ireland has deported 33 people convicted of serious offences, as part of a strengthened approach to immigration enforcement. The deportations were carried out by the Garda National Immigration Bureau. Authorities confirmed that 31 men and two women were removed from the country on a special charter flight on Sunday and returned to their home countries, … Read more
Refugees face five-year wait for citizenship as income thresholds rise sharply for workers The government has announced sweeping changes to citizenship and family reunification rules for non-European Economic Area workers and international protection applicants in Ireland, drawing sharp criticism from migrant rights advocates who say the restrictions have gone too far. Under the new regulations, … Read more
O’Callaghan says immigrants must be self-sufficient as family reunification requirements tighten Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan has mounted a robust defense of Ireland’s tougher immigration reforms, declaring that “no one is being forced to come to Ireland” and that immigrants do not have an automatic right to bring their entire families to the country. “People come … Read more
New measures expected to significantly reduce arrivals to Ireland A new immigration policy that will tighten entry requirements and restrict family reunification opportunities is set to be presented to the Cabinet today by Justice and Home Affairs Minister Jim O’Callaghan. The policy represents a significant shift in Ireland’s approach to immigration, with stricter criteria expected … Read more
Nationwide initiative aims to improve communication on migration and reduce tensions The government is planning to strengthen and expand community engagement to counter anti-immigration trends through a new initiative that will be launched as part of the National Migrant and Integration Strategy next year. The Department of Justice will lead the implementation of the ‘Community … Read more
Ireland is bracing for significant changes to its immigration system, with Tánaiste Simon Harris confirming that a comprehensive policy review is underway and new guidelines expected to be announced next month. Harris sparked widespread debate after stating that “the current immigration rate cannot continue; the current system is stretching beyond the country’s capacity.” His comments … Read more
Garda National Immigration Bureau removes undocumented residents including seven children with families The Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB) has deported 52 people who were residing in Ireland without proper documentation, authorities confirmed following an operation conducted Monday. A special charter flight transported 35 men, 10 women, and seven children to Georgia as part of the … Read more
Fine Gael leader’s call for asylum system review marks U-turn from party’s traditional stance Deputy Prime Minister and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris has announced the government will seriously consider reviewing Ireland’s immigration policy, marking a significant departure from his party’s traditionally welcoming stance on refugees. Harris, whose party has historically opposed calls for reducing … Read more
Ireland emitted 54 million tonnes of greenhouse gases in 2024, a 2 per cent decrease from the previous year, according to new figures from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This marks the third year in a row that emissions have fallen and the 16th drop in the past 23 years. While the decline is a … Read more
A recent survey revealed that around 64 per cent of people believe that Ireland should welcome individuals who move to the country in search of a better life for themselves or their families. However, 18 per cent of those surveyed disagree with this stance. The survey, conducted by Ireland Thinks for the Migrant Rights Centre … Read more
Immigration to Ireland has reached a 17-year high, while emigration from the country also hit its highest level since 2015, according to new figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). The data revealed that Ireland’s population rose by 98,700 in the year leading up to April 2024, bringing the total population to 5.38 million. This … Read more
The Department of Integration had to spend €22,000 on new tents and sleeping bags for asylum seekers after their makeshift shelters were destroyed during a clean-up operation in Dublin on March 16, just before St. Patrick’s Day. According to Irish mirror, the operation targeted an encampment on Mount Street Lower, where around 200 male refugees … Read more
Dublin: Ireland is witnessing a significant rise in visa applications from India, with nearly 200,000 Indians applying in the first four months of this year. Data from the Justice Minister reveals India leads in visitor, student, and work visas. Around 40,000 Indians have sought employment in Ireland, making up 48% of all employment visa applications … Read more
The Dail (Irish Parliament) has voted to opt into the controversial EU Migration and Asylum Pact, paving the way for a standardised immigration control system, including stricter border security checks, across the 27 member states. The pact, narrowly passed by a thin margin of 79 votes to 72, will come into effect in two years. … Read more
In a bid to modernise immigration process and free up Gardai for enforcement work, the Irish government has announced the transfer of immigration administrative functions in Cork and Limerick to the Department of Justice with effect from July 8. Starting next month, first time registrations for individuals residing in Cork and Limerick will be registered … Read more