What rights do I have as an asylum seeker in terms of access to education?
November 13, 2023 | 50,00 EUR | answered by Fred Busse
Dear lawyer,
I am Marie Klinger and I have a question regarding my rights as an asylum seeker in Germany in relation to access to education. I fled my home country a year ago and have applied for asylum here in Germany. Since then, I have been living in an asylum accommodation and would like to continue my education.
My concerns are that I have not yet received any information on how as an asylum seeker I can access educational institutions such as schools or universities. I am very motivated to continue my education and would like to take advantage of the opportunities available to me here in Germany.
I am 23 years old and have already completed my schooling in my home country. Now, I would like to continue my education in Germany and learn a profession. However, I do not know what steps I need to take to access educational institutions and what my legal rights as an asylum seeker in relation to education are.
Could you please explain to me what rights I have as an asylum seeker in Germany regarding access to education? Are there any specific programs or support available for asylum seekers to continue their education? How can I further my education in Germany and what steps do I need to take for this?
Thank you in advance for your help.
Best regards,
Marie Klinger
Dear Mrs. Klinger,
Thank you for your question regarding your rights as an asylum seeker in Germany in relation to access to education. It is understandable that you are concerned about this and wish to continue your education. As an immigration lawyer, I can provide you with some information on this matter.
In Germany, asylum seekers have the right to education, as enshrined in the Basic Law. This means that you, as an asylum seeker, have the right to attend educational institutions such as schools or universities. It is important to note that education in Germany is generally free of charge, regardless of your residency status.
However, there are specific regulations for asylum seekers regarding access to education. Typically, you must first register with the local immigration authority and present your residence permit. After that, you can enroll in the relevant educational institutions. It is possible that as an asylum seeker, you may have to wait for a certain period of time before being accepted.
There are also special programs and support options available for asylum seekers to continue their education. For example, there are integration courses that can help you learn the German language and integrate into society. There are also often specialized counseling centers for asylum seekers that can assist you with education-related questions.
To continue your education in Germany, you should first contact the local immigration authority and the educational institutions you are interested in. There, you can obtain information on the registration procedures and requirements. It may also be helpful to reach out to asylum and migration counseling centers that can support you with education-related questions.
I hope this information is helpful to you and wish you success in continuing your education in Germany.
Best regards,
Fred Busse
Immigration Lawyer
