Berlin Hardship Commission Grants Residence Permits to 189 Asylum Seekers
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Got some good news for those in need! The Berlin Hardship Commission, composed of church and welfare association representatives, approved 189 residence permit applications from rejected asylum seekers last year, with an astounding 89.6% success rate. Senator Iris Spranger (SPD), saw to it that these permits were issued.
The countries of origin for these fortunate individuals were diverse - mainly Georgia, Turkey, Nigeria, Azerbaijan, Serbia, and Armenia. Interestingly, the approval rate in 2023 reached 90.5%, compared to 96% in 2022, a slight dip from the previous years at 76.7% in 2021 and 72.4% in 2020.
The Interior Administration kept silent about the exact number of people involved, but they reported a total of 283 cases affecting 435 individuals in 2022.
Established in 2005, the Hardship Commission serves as a lifeline for individuals with migration or refugee backgrounds who can't secure a residence permit through any other legal means in Berlin. Beyond expiring residence permits, the commission addresses urgent personal and humanitarian reasons. They consider factors like social and economic integration and weigh each case individually before reaching a decision. If approved, a residence permit can be issued.
Senator Spranger acknowledged the team's hard work, stating, "These compassionate individuals help us prevent harsh outcomes in immigration law."
Asylum seekers in Germany typically undergo a process managed by the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF). Registration, application, and hearings are all part of the process, and decisions are based on various factors like the asylum seeker's country of origin, reasons for seeking protection, and their home country's political and security landscape.
However, data on exact approval rates for asylum seekers from Georgia, Turkey, Nigeria, Azerbaijan, Serbia, and Armenia is not readily available. If you're after more specific statistics, it's advisable to consult official government reports or reach out to relevant German authorities directly.
- The Berlin Hardship Commission, thanked for approving 189 residence permit applications from rejected asylum seekers, is a lifeline for individuals with migration or refugee backgrounds who can't secure a residence permit through any other legal means.
- Senator Iris Spranger, appreciated for her role in ensuring the issuance of residence permits, stated that the Commission helps prevent harsh outcomes in immigration law.
- In 2023, the approval rate of the Hardship Commission reached 90.5%, compared to 96% in 2022, a slight dip from the previous years at 76.7% in 2021 and 72.4% in 2020.
- The Commission's approach to approval involves consideration of factors like social and economic integration, and each case is decided individually based on these factors.
