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Directorate of Immigration: International protection

In which cases are applications for protection given priority?

Applications for protection can be given priority:

  • When it is likely that an application will be accepted.

  • When the applicant's special circumstances recommend it, for example in the case of an unaccompanied minor.

  • When an application is manifestly unfounded, that is when the applicant comes from a country on the list of safe countries of origin.

  • When an applicant reapplies after receiving a rejection of his/her application for protection or withdrawing an application for protection.

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