Funding for the Implementation of Asylum Procedure Counseling (AVB) and Legal Aid for Vulnerable Applicants (RB)

This funding program of the Federal Ministry of the Interior and Community (BMI) is aimed at non-profit organizations and religious communities in Germany. The aim is to support the provision of asylum procedure counseling and special legal aid for vulnerable applicants, to enable supplementary migration counseling for adult immigrants over 27 years of age. The funding is available nationwide.

The program focuses on the financial support of activities in the area of asylum procedure and legal counseling for specific groups of people. Grants are provided for eligible total expenditures, with a co-financing contribution required. The funded projects aim to provide counseling services.

The program offers financial support in the form of a non-repayable grant, which can cover up to 90% of the eligible total expenditures. The funding guideline is valid until the end of 2027, with the next funding period taking place in 2025.

Specific requirements must be met for applying for and receiving funding, including the non-profit status of the organization and the provision of own funds. There are detailed requirements for personnel and cooperation with the BAMF, as well as provisions for success monitoring. An early start of measures may be possible under certain circumstances.

The application procedure can be done either online via the "easy-online" portal or by mail. The Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) is responsible for reviewing applications and issuing notices. Processing times may vary, and exact deadlines can be found in the respective funding call.

The funding for asylum procedure and legal counseling is based on a specific funding guideline from the Federal Ministry of the Interior and Community, which defines the exact framework and access possibilities. The validity and accessibility of these documents are clearly defined.