Gaza students take Ireland to court over visa refusals

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At least 103 Palestinian students have had their Irish visas rejected this year, prompting legal action by a team of barristers and solicitors challenging the Minister of Justice's refusals. The legal challenge began last week with the case of Gaza student Hafez Alrayyes, as visa approval rates dropped significantly from 83.8 percent in 2025 to 27.5 percent in the current year.

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At least 103 Palestinian students have had their visas rejected in Ireland this year, with visa approval rates dropping from 83. 8 percent in 2025 to just 27.

Gaza students take Ireland to court over visa refusals

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