Repatriaatsiooni
Repatriaatsiooni, or repatriation, is the process of returning individuals to their country of origin or homeland after displacement, captivity, or exile. It covers refugees and asylum seekers who choose or are assisted to return, as well as prisoners of war, detainees, or nationals displaced by war, persecution, disasters, or political upheaval. Repatriation can be international (across borders) or internal (within the same country).
International law emphasizes voluntary return and safety, dignity, and informed decision-making. The 1951 Refugee Convention and
Repatriation typically involves eligibility assessments, assurance of security and stability in the country of origin, and
Voluntary repatriation is preferred and most common, with organized or assisted return as a subset. Involuntary
Durable solutions depend on security, reconstruction, property rights, and social reintegration. Documentation, access to services, and