Collection

Statement of Strategy 2025 - 2028 Goal 4: A fair and firm immigration system

An immigration system that attracts the people Ireland needs, is fair on applicants, and is firm on the enforcement of our laws.

Objectives

A strategic and planned, cross-Government approach to migration that meets the needs of Ireland’s society and economy.
Efficient, digital-first, professional immigration and international protection services.
A fully implemented EU Migration and Asylum Pact that provides a coherent approach to the management of migration and asylum across the EU.
Reforming the range of returns mechanisms available to increase the number of people returned to their home countries.
Effective integration and community engagement mechanisms to support social cohesion and combat all forms of racism in society.
Sustainable accommodation for people seeking protection.
A coherent and sustainable response to the ending of the Temporary Protection Directive.

Publication of a national migration and integration strategy.
An immigration system more responsive to the needs of its users and reduced timeframes for consistently high-quality, professional decisions.
Public confidence in our systems for immigration, international protection and integration.
Effective enforcement of our immigration laws that include the removal of people unlawfully present in the State.
Increased capacity in State-owned accommodation and reduced reliance on commercial providers.
Effective pathways in place for Ukrainian people who were granted temporary protection in Ireland.