Robert Troy TD asked the Minister for Justice: Residency Permits

Longford TD Robert Troy has asked the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration to ensure that stamp 4 Irish Residence Permit renewals are issued without further delay. The question was raised in the Dáil on 1 July 2026 during a debate on immigration matters. Stamp 4 IRPs allow non‑EU nationals who have been granted permission to stay in Ireland to remain legally while they seek employment or study. Mr Troy, representing Longford–Westmeath, said that delays in processing renewals are causing hardship for residents in the county and across the country. He requested that the Minister guarantee a swift issuance of renewal documents once applications meet the required criteria.

The Minister has not yet responded to the request. Residents awaiting renewal have expressed concern over potential loss of legal status if their permits lapse. Mr Troy’s question follows earlier reports of backlogs at the Department of Justice and Migration, which have prompted calls for increased staffing and streamlined procedures. The issue remains under discussion in the Dáil, with further questions expected as the matter is examined by relevant committees.

See the Oireachtas record of the question at https://www.oireachtas.ie/en/debates/questions/2026-07-01/.

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