Cyprus approved a sweeping overhaul of its refugee law, which includes processing asylum seekers at airports and through a new screening center, to meet an EU deadline.

The UK is exploring a plan to offer up to 10,000 pounds per person to failed asylum seekers who agree to leave the country voluntarily, a scheme inspired by a similar program in Denmark.

Shabana Mahmood hopes to reduce number of claimants in hotels by enabling them to support themselves Up to 21,000 asylum seekers who have waited for a year for their claims to be processed could be…

Austrian Justice Minister Sporrer has introduced a draft law aimed at providing rapid care for asylum seekers under 18, with most federal states reportedly on board.

A new report claims the Irish State has created a 'two-tier' asylum accommodation system, leading to significant gaps in oversight and regulation of services for asylum seekers.

Congolese asylum seekers have reportedly rejected conditions set by the M23 rebel group for their return, prolonging their displacement.

Switzerland is forced to accept 800 asylum seekers as Italy refuses to take them back, leading to significant costs for Swiss taxpayers and increased tensions between the two countries.

The home secretary, Mahmood, plans to double down on Danish-style restrictions for asylum seekers, despite a recent by-election defeat.

Fearful of returning to their home countries and unable to continue north, many asylum seekers now face eviction as Mexico starts to demolish the camps set up to house them The road to the “nation of…

The Trump administration is dismantling asylum programs, leading to fears among Russian and Ukrainian asylum seekers who are being sent back to warzones, with one family in Minnesota expressing fear for their lives.

A federal judge in Boston has ruled that the Trump administration’s 'third-country' removal policy for asylum seekers is unlawful, violating due process protections under the Constitution.

A spokesperson confirms that Germany plans to allow asylum seekers to enter the workforce more quickly than before.

The Dutch cabinet’s plans to cut the number of asylum seekers by pressing ahead with the previous government’s so-called “emergency...

Alexander Dobrindt's proposal to allow asylum seekers to work after three months, regardless of their application status, is criticized as a wrong move that endangers the coalition's political successes and sends a signal of generosity to the world.

Conservatives in Canada are calling for an investigation into the access to health care for asylum seekers, raising concerns about the current system.

Germany is planning to accelerate the integration of asylum seekers into its labor market, aiming to provide opportunities for those arriving in the country.

Asylum seekers who were sent back to France after arriving in the UK on small boats share their experiences and highlight the risks involved in rare interviews.

The UK Home Office announced a new policy offering failed asylum seekers up to £40,000 to leave the country, with families who refuse facing detention and deportation.

The European Court of Justice (EuGH) has clarified that Germany can become responsible for asylum procedures after a deadline expires if the originally responsible state refuses to accept asylum seekers.

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced plans to tighten rules on access to accommodation and financial support for asylum seekers in the UK.

The municipality of Westerwolde and the Central Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers (COA) are negotiating a new administrative agreement for the Ter Apel asylum application center, confirmed by Mayor Jaap Velema.

A new report has found that overcrowding in accommodation for asylum seekers increased by 19 percent in 2025, leading to 'wholly unsuitable' living and sleeping arrangements for many residents.

Thanos Plevris, Minister of Migration and Asylum, announced an expansion of monitoring for Iranians seeking asylum in Greece, stating that despite events in Iran, it is too early to assess the situation fully.

The home secretary plans to continue with immigration reforms, including Danish-style restrictions on asylum seekers, despite a recent by-election defeat.

The new Dutch Minister of Asylum, Van den Brink, announced that tens of thousands of additional reception places for asylum seekers are needed, with 88,000 expected by mid-2027.

After disputes and blockades, the German Bundestag has approved the largest EU asylum reform, with the main point of contention being secondary migration centers for asylum seekers to facilitate faster returns.

Home Office figures also show a rise in asylum refusal rates, with government claiming tightening of rules is working The number of asylum seekers being housed temporarily in hotels has fallen to the lowest level for 18 months, Home Office figures show. The statistics released on Thursday also show a drop in asylum granting rates. Continue reading...

Department of Justice officials have confirmed that a holiday village in Wicklow, currently under investigation over claims of planning breaches, remains under contract to provide accommodation for those seeking international protection.

Disturbances broke out during a protest against the establishment of an asylum seekers' center in Bleskensgraaf, Molenlanden municipality, South Holland, with heavy fireworks being set off.

An article prompts readers to consider how they would approach reforms to the asylum system if they were the German Interior Minister, focusing on security, order, and protection for asylum seekers.

A man from Nieuw-Weerdingen, Netherlands, has been sentenced to six weeks in prison, with four weeks suspended, for inciting 'citizen controls' on asylum seekers at the German border last year.

Germany's Interior Minister has proposed allowing asylum seekers to work three months after arrival, a policy criticized as a potential 'pull factor' for migration.

A German minister aims to accelerate the integration of asylum seekers into the workforce, addressing a key policy initiative.

Bodies of five asylum seekers were found washed ashore in Libya, while three others died in a separate incident off the coast of Greece, as Mediterranean crossings persist.

The planned closure of an asylum seekers' center and emergency shelter in Hardenberg, Netherlands, scheduled for Sunday, is likely to be postponed as the COA (Central Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers) cannot find alternative accommodation for its residents in time.

The Home Secretary, Mahmood, is expected to announce new curbs on support for asylum seekers, stating the move is necessary to restore public trust in the asylum system.

Plans for an asylum seekers' center in Houten, Netherlands, appear to be off the table after the property earmarked by the municipality was sold to an investment company.

Austria's labor market did not improve in February, with 436,160 people unemployed or in training, leading to renewed discussions on employing asylum seekers.

The government has implemented a pause in decision-making on asylum applications from Iranians, according to a spokesperson for the Ministry of Justice and Security.

From Monday, asylum seekers granted refugee status in the UK will be offered only temporary protection.

The Austrian People's Party (ÖVP) has pushed for a more restrictive asylum policy within the coalition, leading to the suspension of family reunification for asylum seekers and deportations to Syria and Afghanistan, while activating the EU emergency clause.

Judge rules that Crowborough residents cannot challenge a decision before it has been formally made A residents’ group has lost its high court challenge against a Home Office decision to use an army training camp to house asylum seekers. Crowborough Shield, a group of concerned residents, launched a legal challenge after securing more than £100,000 for legal fees with crowdfunding, after a government announcement to use Crowborough army training camp as accommodation for asylum seekers. Cont...

Germany's Bundestag is set to pass two laws today to implement new EU asylum rules, aiming to standardize asylum systems across EU states and reduce the number of asylum seekers remaining in Europe.

A US federal judge has declared the Trump administration's policy of deporting asylum seekers to third countries unlawful, citing failures in due process and protection.

Police were attacked with stones and bottles during a demonstration against a planned asylum seekers’ center in a Dutch village.

Germany is implementing a plan to integrate asylum seekers into the labor market more quickly, though an expert anticipates only a minor effect and criticizes cuts to integration courses.

The Swiss Federal Administrative Court is granting temporary residency even when not legally stipulated, particularly for asylum cases that remain unresolved for extended periods, posing a growing problem with rising backlogs.

As Italy tightens its migration policies, Milan is taking a different approach by offering shelter and integration programs to asylum seekers, contrasting with the central government's stance.

Despite fewer asylum seekers, immigration remains a contentious issue, particularly in Germany, as the US conveys a message that migration poses a threat to Europe. Five graphics illustrate the reality of the situation.

Asylum seekers who want to start working immediately have so far faced hurdles in Germany. Interior Minister Dobrindt apparently wants to change this: According to a media report, an "immediate work" plan was developed.

The Minister for Justice is reviewing a High Court ruling that awarded damages to asylum seekers left homeless upon arrival, considering whether to appeal Judge Cian Ferriter’s decision.

Harvard offers "Immigrant Justice Lab" course where students help asylum seekers, sparking controversy over prioritizing immigrants over American students.