The possible consequences of not following your duties after a negative decision in Austria
If you do not follow your duties after a negative asylum decision, there can be serious legal and personal consequences. BBU return counselling can help you organize a voluntary return in time – before any enforcement measures are taken.
On this page, you can find the most important consequences and what they mean for your situation.
What happens if you do not comply with your duties?
If you do not follow your duties after a negative decision, different legal consequences can happen. Below you can see the most important ones and what they mean for your situation.
If you do not leave voluntarily despite an obligation to depart, the BFA is legally required to carry out a forced return.
This means you can be taken out of the country by the police, even against your will.
We therefore strongly encourage you to return voluntarily to your country of origin within the given timeframe.
Get counselling now
BBU GmbH return counselling can help you organize a voluntary return in time. Return counsellors will provide you with helpful information – for example, how voluntary return is organised, whether the costs of your return can be covered, and whether you may be eligible for additional financial assistance. The type of support available depends on your individual circumstances and your country of return. For more information visit: Return from Austria.
An irregular stay in Austria has serious legal and personal consequences.
Important consequences if you do not leave the country:
- If you are unreachable or do not cooperate with the Federal Office for Immigration and Asylum (BFA), you may be detained and placed in pre-removal detention.
- Irregular residence is considered an administrative offence and may be sanctioned by the police at any time.
- You may receive an entry ban for Austria and the Schengen area.
- You will not have access to legal employment.
- If you are forcibly returned, you will not be eligible for return assistance.
Get counselling now
BBU GmbH return counselling can help you organize a voluntary return in time. Return counsellors will provide you with helpful information – for example, how voluntary return is organised, whether the costs of your return can be covered, and whether you may be eligible for additional financial assistance. The type of support available depends on your individual circumstances and your country of return. For more information visit: Return from Austria.
If you do not cooperate with the authorities, you may lose access to reception support and services. This can include accommodation, food, or financial help.
In some cases, support can be reduced or stopped completely.
Get counselling now
BBU GmbH return counselling can help you organize a voluntary return in time. Return counsellors will provide you with helpful information – for example, how voluntary return is organised, whether the costs of your return can be covered, and whether you may be eligible for additional financial assistance. The type of support available depends on your individual circumstances and your country of return. For more information visit: Return from Austria.
What about your rights and duties?
Even after a negative decision, you still have certain rights, and you must also follow specific duties.
It is important to know both. Below you can learn more about your rights and what you are required to do.
