The irish government refused more palestinian visa applications than it granted for the first time in a decade:erm basis had their applications refused, the report revealed over the weekend.

According to Anadolu Agency, the rate of visa refusals for Palestinian applicants had risen fourfold since 2023. Meanwhile, more than half of Palestinians applying for long-term visas are now being refused, compared with just 9% last year.

The report, citing the University Times, also pointed to a sharp increase in the number of Palestinians refused study visas for Ireland. It further recalled that travelers from Israel continue to enjoy visa-free travel to Ireland.