Austria's Annual Asylum Acceptance: The Numbers Explained

Austria has a Federal Act Concerning the Granting of Asylum, which came into force in 2005 and has since undergone 30 amendments. In 2023, 59,157 asylum applications were made by refugees in Austria. In 2014, 2,260 unaccompanied minors applied for asylum in the country.

Austria received 59,157 asylum applications in 2023

The process of asylum proceedings in Austria is governed by the Federal Act Concerning the Granting of Asylum of 2005, which has undergone 30 amendments since its implementation. This act outlines the criteria for granting asylum, including the presence of reasons such as persecution or danger in the applicant's home country. It is important to distinguish between asylum seekers and migrants, as migrants are not typically considered to be in danger of persecution and have left their home country voluntarily.

In 2014, approximately 2,260 unaccompanied minors applied for asylum in Austria. Unaccompanied minor asylum seekers are entitled to special assistance within the scope of the basic care program. This highlights the country's commitment to supporting vulnerable individuals seeking refuge.

Austria's approach to asylum and refugee protection has evolved over time. In July 2017, an amendment was introduced, allowing the federal government to limit the right to asylum if a threat to national security was declared. This amendment also implemented a temporary residence period of 3 years for recognised refugee status, after which authorities would review the situation in the country of origin and make a decision on whether to revoke or grant permanent residence.

In 2014, 2,260 unaccompanied minors applied for asylum

Austria received 59,157 asylum applications in 2023. In 2014, 2,260 unaccompanied minors applied for asylum in the country. Unaccompanied minor asylum seekers have the right to special assistance within the scope of the basic care program.

Austria's asylum policy is governed by the Federal Act Concerning the Granting of Asylum of 2005, which has undergone 30 amendments since its enactment. The act outlines the process for asylum proceedings, during which it is determined whether an individual qualifies for asylum, refugee status, or subsidiary protection.

Austria makes a distinction between refugees and migrants in its decision-making process. Refugees are individuals who face persecution or danger in their home countries, while migrants leave their homeland voluntarily for reasons such as work, education, or personal choices. The country has the autonomy to decide how many migrants it accepts and can make these decisions independently.

In 2017, an amendment was introduced to the Federal Act Concerning the Granting of Asylum, allowing the government to limit the right to asylum if a threat to national security was declared and approved by the Executive Committee of the National Council. This amendment also limited the duration of recognised refugee status to an initial temporary residence of three years, after which the authorities would review the situation in the individual's country of origin. Based on this review, the authorities may choose to revoke the status or grant permanent residence.

Austria can make autonomous decisions about how many migrants it accepts

In 2023, 59,157 asylum applications were made by refugees in Austria. This number includes applicants of all ages, including unaccompanied minors. In 2014, for example, approximately 2,260 unaccompanied minors applied for asylum in Austria.

Austria's Federal Act Concerning the Granting of Asylum was introduced in 2005

Under the Act, asylum seekers in Austria have the right to special assistance if they are unaccompanied minors. In 2014, approximately 2,260 unaccompanied minors applied for asylum in the country.

The Act also differentiates between refugees and migrants. Refugees are those who are in danger of being persecuted in their home countries, while migrants are those who left their homeland voluntarily for reasons such as work or education. Austria has more autonomy in deciding how many migrants to accept compared to refugees.

In July 2017, an amendment was introduced to the Act, allowing the federal government to limit the right to asylum if a threat to national security was declared and approved by the Executive Committee of the National Council. This amendment also limited the duration of recognised refugee status to an initial temporary residence of three years, after which authorities would review the situation in the individual's country of origin and decide whether to revoke their status or grant permanent residence.

In 2023, Austria received 59,157 asylum applications, according to the Ministry of Interior's Annual Asylum Statistics.

The right to asylum can be limited if there is a threat to national security

In 2023, 59,157 asylum applications were made in Austria. In 2014, approximately 2,260 unaccompanied minors applied for asylum in the country.

The right to asylum in Austria is governed by the Federal Act Concerning the Granting of Asylum of 2005, which has undergone 30 amendments since its introduction. In 2017, an amendment was introduced that allows the federal government to limit the right to asylum if a threat to national security is declared and approved by the Executive Committee of the National Council. This amendment also limits the duration of recognised refugee status to an initial temporary residence of three years, after which the authorities will review the situation in the asylum seeker's country of origin. Based on this review, the authorities may revoke the status or grant permanent residence.

Austria makes a distinction between refugees and migrants. Refugees are people who are in danger of being persecuted in their home countries, whereas migrants are not and leave their home countries voluntarily. Austria can make decisions autonomously about which and how many migrants to accept.

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