34 people may stay as hardship cases - Saxony’s Hardship Commission grants residency to 34 rejected asylum seekers in 2023
Saxony’s Hardship Commission has reviewed dozens of cases from rejected asylum seekers seeking residency on humanitarian grounds. Last year, 34 people—including 14 children—were allowed to stay in Germany after their appeals. The commission, led by Integration Commissioner Martin Modschiedler, examines personal and humanitarian reasons to halt deportations.
In 2023, the commission received 50 new applications, covering 102 individuals. Most requests came from Georgian nationals. This follows 1,247 cases assessed by the federal hardship committee in 2022.
Out of the 50 cases, 22 were not processed, and 10 remain pending for review this year. The panel includes representatives from different organizations, evaluating whether deportation would cause extreme hardship.
Rejected asylum seekers can apply if they present compelling reasons, such as medical needs, family ties, or integration progress. Last year’s approvals highlight the commission’s role in offering a final review for those facing removal.
The Hardship Commission continues to assess cases where deportation could lead to severe personal or humanitarian consequences. With 10 applications still under consideration, decisions in 2024 will determine whether more individuals can remain in Saxony. The process remains a last option for those with no other legal avenues to stay.
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