Return and Further Migration of Foreign Refugees
The state of Lower Saxony supports refugees who wish to voluntarily return to their home country or migrate further to a third country willing to receive them. The program offers financial assistance for travel and transport costs, travel allowances, and initial aid to facilitate social and economic reintegration. It complements nationwide programs like REAG/GARP with additional individual state funding.
Who is Supported
This section describes the types of individuals eligible for support under the "Return and Further Migration of Foreign Refugees" program in Lower Saxony. It outlines the various legal statuses that qualify for assistance and specifies the program's geographical scope within Lower Saxony. The overarching goal is to facilitate voluntary return or further migration with a focus on sustainable reintegration.
What is Supported
This section describes the types of support funded under the "Return and Further Migration of Foreign Refugees" program, including travel, transport, and initial aid, as well as medically related additional costs.
Type and Scope of Funding
This chapter explains the type of financial support provided under the "Return and Further Migration of Foreign Refugees" program. It primarily consists of grants to cover travel costs, initial aid, and individual support services, the amount of which varies depending on the project and country of origin.
Conditions and Requirements
This chapter explains the essential conditions and requirements for applicants to receive funding under the "Return and Further Migration of Foreign Refugees" program. These include requirements for indigence, the declaration of voluntary departure, and the one-time utilization of aid.
Application Procedure
This section describes the application process for funding the voluntary return and further migration from Lower Saxony. It explains the submission channels, responsibilities, and accessibility of application forms and information materials.
Legal Basis
This chapter sets forth the legal foundations and relevant documents that legitimize and regulate the implementation of the "Return and Further Migration of Foreign Refugees" program in Lower Saxony.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
Up to 6,000 EUR per family (individual aid)
Deadline:
always open
Open Until:
31.12.2025
Award Channel:
Individual Aid
Region:
Lower Saxony (Germany)
Sectors:
Other
Beneficiaries:
Refugees, Third-country nationals, Asylum seekers
Application Type:
Single Applicant
Funding Stages:
Service Delivery
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Lower Saxony Ministry of Interior and Sport
Managed By:
International Organization for Migration (IOM), Lower Saxony State Reception Authority (LAB NI)
Additional Partners:
Welfare organizations, specialized counseling centers, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Raphaelswerk, Arbeiterwohlfahrt, District Association Hildesheim-Alfeld (Leine) e.V., Micado Migration gemn. GmbH