Belgium shows the easy way to repatriate immigrants

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Belgium has the European record for voluntary repatriation of illegal immigrants. In 2015, it carried out 4,000, including many Afghans and Iraqis, who, after trying in vain to obtain refugee status, preferred to return to their country of origin rather than staying illegally in Belgium.

It’s all down to the government’s sophisticated and efficient system of support and incentives, which favours illegal immigrants who decide to return home. The government initiative, unlike those in place in other EU states, doesn’t just write a check and pay a one-way fare. It also offers support for reintegration in their homeland, with funds for restructuring a house and medical services.


The author: Michel DEURINCK

Michel Deurinck, born in Brussels in 1950, started his career in the Belgian civil service, dedicating over 30 years to public service. Upon retirement, he pursued his passion for journalism. Transitioning into this new field, he quickly gained recognition for his insightful reporting on politics and culture. Deurinck's balanced and thoughtful approach to journalism has made him a respected figure in Belgian media.

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