Department of Justice Form 3 Appeal

The Form 3 is used when an individual wants to make a representation to the Minister for Justice and Equality pursuant to Section 3 of the Immigration Act, 1999. It is an appeal to a decision of the Minister for Justice in respect of an immigration application.

The completed form and supporting documents are ordinarily sent to the Repatriation Division, Irish National and Immigration Services, 13-14 Burgh Quay, Dublin 2, D02 XK70.

Applicants are encouraged to make the application by registered post.

Any information sent will be used to make a decision as to whether a Deportation Order should be made against an individual, or permission to remain in the State granted.

The information may be shared with the Garda National Immigration Bureau, Department of Foreign Affairs, Department of Employment & Social Protection, the Office of the Revenue Commissioners as well as Tusla.

In some instances, the information may be transferred to Interpol.

The applicant is required to provide the following information:

1. Surname.

2. Forename.

3. Current address.

4. ID / old application number.

5. Nationality.

6. Arrival date in the State.

7. PPS number.

8. Age.

9. Duration of residency in the State.

10. Family and domestic circumstances, to include full name and date of birth of all immediate family members currently residing in the State.

11. Nature of the connection with the State.

12. Employment record within the State.

13. Future employment prospects within the State.

14. References to character and conduct both within and outside of the State.

15. Any humanitarian considerations that should be considered.

16. Evidence of any representations previously made on behalf of the applicant to reside in the State.

17. Arguments as to why remaining in the State is in the common good and interest.

18. Any comments regarding issues of national security of public policy.

19. Reasons why an individual cannot return to their State.

It is important that the applicant declare that the information provided and any material attached documentation is true, accurate and up to date. This application will form the full extent of any submission made to the Minister for Justice and Equality for their consideration under Section 3 of the Immigration Act, 1999. Therefore, comprehensive and complete disclosure is required.