Table 1 Conditions of escape and residence based on the asylum status in Germany
Asylum seekers | Resettlement refugees | |
|---|---|---|
Journey to Germany | Possible long escape through different countries with possible malnutrition, inadequate water supply, lack of sleep, poor sanitation, experiences of violence during their journey | Organised safe trip to Germany from a third country (e.g. Lebanon or Turkey) |
Legal situation in Germany | Approval of asylum application is uncertain, long waiting times, fear of deportation, restricted access to the labour market that depends on the decision of the asylum procedure | Residence permit for 2 years with good perspective to obtain a permanent residence permit; work permit after arrival at the final place of residence |
Length of stay in Friedland transit camp | 3 to 12 weeks | About 2 weeks |
Access to health care before entering Germany | Restricted, if any; access to medical care in most cases | Basic medical care in the third country is provided (including standard vaccinations) |
Access to health care in Germany | Restricted for the first 15 months | Restricted only during their accommodation in Friedland transit camp |