Irish Visa Delays Leave Foreigners Stranded

Delays in Passport Returns by Irish Visa Service Spark Outrage Dublin, Ireland – Foreign nationals applying for Irish visas are facing significant delays in receiving their passports back after processing, causing widespread frustration and disruption to travel plans. The issue has prompted a wave of complaints, with many reporting waits of over a month. One individual, who chose to remain anonymous, stated, "I applied for my visa months ago and still haven't received my passport. It's incredibly stressful, impacting my ability to travel and work." The Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) has yet to issue a public statement directly addressing the delays. However, anecdotal evidence suggests that a backlog of applications and processing issues are the likely causes. The delays are impacting individuals from various countries, underscoring the systemic nature of the problem. The situation highlights the need for INIS to improve communication and transparency to alleviate the anxieties of those awaiting their passports. While INIS remains silent, the growing number of complaints online and the emotional distress experienced by those affected emphasize the urgency for a solution. Efforts to contact INIS for comment have been unsuccessful.