Sir, - Rev Thomas Flynn, Irish Chaplain, New York Aisling Irish Center (April 30th), drew attention to the risks for young people in travelling to New York for summer work without adequate preparation. We concur with his views.
It is vital that students planning to go to the United States have a legitimate work visa organised and that they bring sufficient resources ($1,000 at the very least) to cover living costs while waiting for work. Information on work visas and employment is available at our office.
Emigrant Advice is a comprehensive information/advice service for intending emigrants. We provide information on a variety of destinations as well as visa requirements, accommodation and employment opportunities. Our service is confidential. We can be contacted at 01-873 2844 or by e-mail at emigrant@indigo.ie. Information is also available from our website, http:/indigo.ie-emigrant. - Yours, etc.,
Anne O'Donovan, Co-Ordinator, Emigrant Advice, 1a Cathedral Street, Dublin 1.