Revocation

In principle, it is possible for the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (BAMF) to revoke recognition of asylum or refugee status.

This happens if the requirements for recognition are no longer met, for example because the dangerous situation in the country of origin no longer exists.

At the latest 3 years after your recognition, it will be checked whether there are reasons for a revocation procedure. An application for family reunification can also trigger an examination. If grounds for revocation arise after this review, the BAMF will make a discretionary decision.

If you are convicted under criminal law after your recognition, this may also be grounds for revoking your recognition. A discretionary decision is not possible in this case.

Once your recognition has been revoked, you may lose your residence permit. The immigration authority will revoke the permit or not extend it.

Under certain circumstances, the immigration authority may decide that you are nevertheless granted a right of residence for other individual reasons.