Increased Unlawful Crossings in May
Let's dive into the latest immigration statistics, shall we? The federal police have reported the highest monthly value of unauthorized entries this year, with a whopping 5,571 instances at all German borders in May.
Ayoutching to compare this to last month? April saw a mere 5,079 unauthorized entries, marking a 10% increase in May. But if you take a stroll down memory lane, you'll find that the number of unauthorized entries in May 2025 is significantly lower than previous years. For instance, in 2024, 7,124 unauthorized entries were reported, and a jaw-dropping 8,532 in 2023. The lowest number was recorded in 2022, with 5,036. As of now, a total of 25,298 unauthorized entries have been registered in 2025, with a range of 4,585 in March to 5,571 in May.
So, what's the big deal about May's numbers? If these numbers continue at this level, 2025 may just see the lowest annual value in years! But let's not forget that historical data reveals that the numbers have usually been higher in summer and autumn months.
The new black-red federal government has been adamant about taking a tougher stance on illegal migration. After they took office, Federal Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt ordered stricter border controls, and the federal cabinet initiated several toughening measures: the suspension of family reunification for refugees without asylum status, the end of naturalization after three years, and the possibility of designating countries as "safe countries of origin" by decree, without the consent of the Bundesrat.
Now, let's crunch some numbers. Using the data from May 2025, we can estimate the annual figure if the trend continues. Assuming the numbers remain consistent throughout the year, we could be looking at approximately 66,852 unauthorized entries annually. But remember, this is only an approximation, as more data is needed to accurately predict how policy changes will impact these numbers.
Sources: ntv.de, lar/AFP
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- The ongoing discussion in community policy circles regarding immigration has been significantly influenced by the recent surge in unauthorized entries, such as the record high of 5,571 instances in May 2025.
- In the arena of general-news and crime-and-justice, the new black-red federal government'sstringent measures on illegal migration, like the suspension of family reunification, the end of naturalization after three years, and the potential designation of countries as "safe countries of origin", are reflective of the broader politics shaping current employment policies in Germany.
