Author
Current practice:
“Reopening a file” refers to submitting a request to reconsider the case of a refugee or asylum seeker whose file was previously closed for any reason (such as rejection of the claim, expiration without renewal, or voluntary closure).
There are cases where UNHCR allows for a file to be reopened if convincing grounds are presented, such as:
Changed circumstances: The emergence of new threats in the country of origin or changes in legal or family status.
New evidence: The emergence of documents or information that were not included previously (such as medical certificates, security reports, etc.).
Correction of errors: In case earlier rejection was based on a mistake in assessment or lack of information.
There is no specific timeframe for requesting a file to be reopened. A new interview may be conducted to examine the reasons provided, and reopening decisions are made according to UNHCR’s criteria.
2024 Asylum Law:
The Asylum Law does not contain any information related to subsequent applications and it is unclear whether this will be regulated by the bylaws.