International Protection Applicant Portal
POST – Special procedures and checks2026-06-11T18:43:24+01:00

Important

The information on this page only applies to International Protection Applications made after 12 June 2026.

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Special procedures and checks

How the Asylum and Migration Management Regulation (AMMR) decides which EU+ country examines your application, and when an admissibility examination may happen.

Responsibility for your application

How your application is assigned to a country

The EU+ countries have agreed upon a common law called the Asylum and Migration Management Regulation (AMMR). This law helps to decide which country is responsible for examining an application for international protection. This law also allows EU+ countries to help each other if one country receives too many applications at the same time.

An applicant is guaranteed that one of the EU+ countries will examine their application but they cannot choose which EU+ country will be responsible.
The country that examines your application will be decided by the rules of the AMMR law.

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Admissibility

Your application may undergo an admissibility examination, checking the six following questions:

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  • Have you already received international protection in another EU+ country?

  • Have you already received international protection in a non-EU country, where you will be safe and to which you can return?

  • Can you be readmitted to a country where you are safe and where your application for international protection can be examined?

  • Did you ask for international protection more than 7 days after receiving a return decision?

  • Has an international criminal court or tribunal provided you with safe relocation to another country or is an international criminal court or tribunal in the process of doing so?

  • Have you applied again for international protection after your application was rejected without providing new elements? New elements can be new facts or evidence suggesting that you need international protection.

You may be invited to an admissibility interview covering these questions, where you might also be asked about the reasons why you applied for international protection and why you do not want to return to your country.

Depending on your circumstances in relation to the questions above:

  • Your application may be rejected, or
  • The procedure will continue and the authorities will examine whether you are eligible for international protection
Your rights

Support and help available to you

What are my rights?2026-05-27T15:58:58+01:00

You have the right to receive reception supports and services while waiting for your decision on your international protection application. You have the right to an interpreter. You have the right to health care. You have the right to consult a legal advisor. You can communicate with the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) or other organisations.

Do I have the right to an interpreter?2026-05-27T15:59:17+01:00

If you do not speak English, you have the right to request an interpreter. They will help you communicate with the authorities during the registration and the lodging of your application as well as during your personal interview. The interpreter is free of charge.

Can I consult a legal advisor?2026-05-27T15:59:52+01:00

It is your right to consult a legal advisor at any stage of the asylum procedure at your own expense. You can also request a legal representative free of charge from the Legal Aid Board. You can contact the LAB here.

Can I receive legal counselling?2026-05-27T16:00:29+01:00

You can ask for legal counselling, free of charge, during the asylum procedure. This can be requested through LAB. Legal counselling means that you can receive explanations on your rights and obligations, the different procedures and legal issues. It is not legal advice.

Next Steps

Stages of your application

Learn about the procedures and stages involved in the application process.

Your responsibilities

Understand your responsibilities during the examination of your application.

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