Frequently asked questions about the different procedures
On this page, you will find answers to the most important questions about the different asylum procedures in Austria.
Here you can learn what the different procedures mean, why they are used, and how they may affect your case. This will help you better understand what to expect during your asylum process.
Not all asylum cases follow the same process. Depending on your situation, your case may be examined under different procedures such as the asylum border procedure, responsibility determination procedure, admissibility examination, accelerated procedure, or a subsequent application. Each procedure has specific rules and steps.
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Your procedure depends on your personal situation. This includes where you entered Europe, whether you have applied for asylum before, or if another EU+ country may be responsible for your case.
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In the asylum border procedure, your application is examined while you stay at or near the border. You will not be allowed to enter Austria during this time, and your movement can be restricted.
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If another country is responsible, Austria may transfer you there. This decision is based on rules that consider factors such as family members, visas, or where you first entered the EU.
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Before examining your asylum claim in detail, the authorities may first check whether Austria is responsible for your case. If not, your application may be rejected or transferred to another country.
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An accelerated procedure means that your application is decided more quickly. This may happen if your case appears straightforward or if certain conditions apply, for example if you have provided false information or if you are considered a danger to national security or public order.
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A subsequent application is when you apply for asylum again after a previous application was rejected. You must provide new information or evidence that was not available before.
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If you do not provide new elements that could change the outcome of your case, your application may be considered inadmissible and will not be examined further.
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