Referral
Resettlement under the Union Resettlement and Humanitarian Admission Framework is based on referrals by the UNHCR. Humanitarian admission is based, when requested by the Member States, on referrals by the UNHCR, or another relevant international body.
Identification
During the identification phase, Member States will assess whether third-country nationals or stateless persons referred for an admission procedure fall within the scope of the Union Plan.
Registration
During registration, personal and biometric data as well as data protection safeguards and other relevant information are collected and registered in accordance with EU legislation, to support the admission procedure.
Assessment
During the assessment phase, the country of resettlement assesses the refugee’s eligibility on the basis of available documentary evidence, information contained in the referral, and/or based on a personal interview. Document verification, security checks, and medical examinations will take place where applicable.
Conclusion
Following the assessment process, the participating Member State concludes whether the refugee will be admitted under the Union Resettlement Framework. This may result in a positive conclusion, a refused admission or discontinuation of the procedure.
Refused admission
Admission under the Union Resettlement Framework may be refused for legal, security, public health, or eligibility-related reasons.
Pre-departure orientation
Pre-departure orientation helps refugees prepare for life in the receiving country by providing information about the country of resettlement and what to expect upon arrival, including practical aspects of daily life, rights and responsibilities, available services, and integration support, to help prepare them for the transition.
Travel to the country of resettlement
Once all necessary preparations have been completed, travel arrangements are coordinated to facilitate the refugee’s safe and lawful transfer to the receiving country, often in partnership with international organisations such as IOM.