Austria's
new, strict migration rules, specifically address family reunification for
migrants with refugee status, suspending it for those with protected status and
those still in the asylum process. The government cites limited capacities and
a need to prevent further strain on social services as reasons for the
temporary measure. This means individuals with refugee status are no longer
able to bring family members to Austria.
Here's a
more detailed breakdown:
Family
Reunification Suspended:
The new
rules prevent family reunification for individuals with protected status
(meaning they cannot be deported) and those still in the asylum process.
Justification:
The
Austrian government argues that Austria's social services and infrastructure
are strained and at risk of being overwhelmed.
Temporary
Measure:
The
government has indicated that this is a temporary measure, intended to address
the immediate strain on resources, according to Danielle Cohen Immigration
Lawyer.
EU
Emergency Clause:
The
Austrian government plans to use the EU's emergency clause, which allows
national laws to override European rules in cases of security threats or
emergencies.
Criticism:
Some
argue that this measure goes against European asylum laws and is too
restrictive.
Austria's new coalition takes hard stance on
migration
By Sou-Jie
van Brunnersum Published on : 2025/02/28
https://www.infomigrants.net/en/post/63132/austrias-new-coalition-takes-hard-stance-on-migration
The newly formed government has laid out its
migration policy framework, which emphasizes curbing irregular migration and
improving migrant return mechanisms. The government says it reserves the right
to suspend asylum applications in the event of a "significant
increase" in refugee numbers.
Austria's new coalition government plans to
immediately halt family reunifications for refugees "temporarily with
immediate effect" while seeking changes to the European Union’s family
reunification regulations.
The new government is also considering a ban on
headscarves for girls up to the age of 14.
The ban is being drafted to protect young girls
"from segregation and oppression," according to the coalition.
The newly formed government has laid out a
211-page program, which was presented in Vienna and published on Thursday
(February 27), detailing key policy initiatives in various areas, including
migration policy.
Austria's new government to crack down on
migration
The conservative Austrian People's Party (ÖVP),
the centre-left Social Democratic Party (SPÖ) and the liberal NEOS on Thursday
reached an agreement to form a new coalition government, effectively excluding
the far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) despite its first-place finish in the
parliamentary elections held in September.
Each party has contributed policy measures that
reflect their respective priorities. The conservative People's Party has
emphasized immigration and security, issues that also resonate with the FPÖ.
Meanwhile, the Social Democrats have advocated for higher taxes on the wealthy
and corporations, while the NEOS have pushed for tax cuts and pension reforms.
The new Austrian government wants to make an
'integration program' mandatory for refugees and asylum seekers expected to
stay in the country. This will include learning German and classes on Austrian
values | Photo: picture-alliance
The new Austrian government wants to make an
'integration program' mandatory for refugees and asylum seekers expected to
stay in the country. This will include learning German and classes on Austrian
values | Photo: picture-alliance
Changes in migration and refugee policy
The new government has said it will support
agreements with third countries to control irregular migration and improve the
process of protection and return. Austria will also oppose accepting additional
asylum seekers through the EU’s relocation or resettlement program until the
bloc secures its external borders.
Additionally, the government intends to expand
its legal authority to confiscate asylum seekers' belongings upon arrival,
except for personal items, to help offset their maintenance costs.
According to the new policy framework, asylum
seekers will only have a pathway to Austrian citizenship if they learn German
and "integrate successfully." Furthermore, Austria reserves the right
to suspend asylum applications in the event of a "significant
increase" in refugee numbers.
The coalition has also said it wants to house
rejected asylum seekers in separate return procedure centres in the future to
prevent them from absconding. Humane conditions and special attention to the
needs of minors would be taken into account, according to the new government.
With dpa and Reuters
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