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IMPACT – LOW
What is the change? An increasing number of foreign national students are registering at the Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB) in Dublin’s City Centre. The heightened demand has caused long queues and significant delays in services.
What does the change mean? Foreign nationals registering for residence permits or applying for visas at the Dublin location should plan to arrive early and be prepared for longer-than-usual wait times. They should also be prepared for the possibility of having to return the next day.
Background: The increase in demand for these services is resulting largely from an increase in foreign students.
BAL Analysis: The delays are temporary; foreign nationals can expect demand to decrease in November, and the introduction of an online appointment system in 2015 should help further streamline the GNIB registration process. Foreign nationals in need of immediate immigration-related services should expect delays and plan accordingly.
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