What are my rights as an asylum seeker in Germany?
April 22, 2024 | 50,00 EUR | answered by Adele Gerdes
Dear lawyer,
My name is Clara Lange and I am an asylum seeker in Germany. I have some questions regarding my rights as an asylum seeker and hope that you can help me.
To the current situation: Some time ago, I fled from my home country because I was persecuted there due to my political beliefs. In Germany, I have applied for asylum and am now waiting for a decision on my residency status.
The current situation is as follows: I am currently living in an asylum accommodation and have some difficulties dealing with the authorities and bureaucracy. I often feel insecure and am not sure about my rights and obligations as an asylum seeker.
My concerns are diverse: I worry about my residency status, about my future in Germany, and about my rights in general. I have heard that asylum seekers have certain rights and entitlements, but I am not sure exactly what they are and how I can assert them.
Therefore, I would like to ask you: What are my rights as an asylum seeker in Germany? What support can I expect from the government? How can I best assert my rights and improve my situation? I would greatly appreciate a response and support from you.
Sincerely,
Clara Lange
Dear Mrs. Lange,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding your rights as an asylum seeker in Germany. I understand that the situation is currently very challenging for you and you may feel uncertain. In Germany, asylum seekers have special rights and entitlements, which I will explain to you in more detail below.
As an asylum seeker, you have the right to asylum and protection from persecution. This means that you are allowed to stay in Germany temporarily until a decision is made on your asylum application. During this time, you are entitled to accommodation, meals, medical care, and education. Additionally, you have the right to a work permit once your asylum application has been pending for three months.
Furthermore, you have the right to legal advice and support. You can seek assistance from a refugee counseling center or consult a lawyer to enforce your rights. It is important that you inform yourself early and, if necessary, take legal steps to improve your situation.
To best enforce your rights as an asylum seeker, I recommend that you contact a migration counseling center or a refugee organization. There, you will receive support with the application process, communication with authorities, and clarification of your legal situation. You can also learn about your rights and obligations and take legal steps, if necessary, to improve your situation.
Finally, I would like to inform you that in Germany, you are also entitled to language courses and integration measures to better integrate into society. Take advantage of these opportunities to positively shape your future in Germany and make the most of your rights as an asylum seeker.
I hope this information is helpful to you and I am happy to assist you with any further questions. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you need further support.
Sincerely,
Adele Gerdes
