The registration phase involves the collection and recording of personal data necessary for the admission procedure under the Union Resettlement and Humanitarian Admission Framework.

This generally includes information such as names, dates of birth, gender, nationality, family links, and identity or travel document details. For every person of at least six years of age registered for the purpose of conducting an admission procedure, biometric data such as fingerprints and photographs will also be collected. 

Registration is important for establishing identity, preparing the admission procedure, and ensuring that all family members included in the procedure are correctly documented throughout the process.

During or right after this phase, refugees should receive clear information about:

• the objectives and steps of the admission procedure; 
• the collection and protection of personal data; 
• the consequences of withdrawing consent during the procedure; 
• and the possible consequences of refusing to participate in pre-departure orientation, where applicable. 

Providing accurate and complete information is important for the continuation of the admission procedure.

Information materials for beneficiaries

EU+ countries are expected to provide beneficiaries with clear and accessible information throughout the admission procedure, including during the registration phase.

To support EU+ countries in this task, the EUAA, in close cooperation with EU+ countries, is currently developing a set of beneficiary information materials covering the key steps of the admission procedure, GDPR and giving consent.

The materials include:

• an information booklet. 
• a video with subtitles and voice-over
• a visual flowchart of the admission procedure. 

Some of the materials are already available in several languages and can be accessed via this link: Understanding Resettlement and Humanitarian Admission | European Union Agency for Asylum