kiintiöpakolainen

Kiintiöpakolainen refers to a refugee who is resettled in a third country by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) or another authorized body. This resettlement is part of a specific quota or allocation set by the receiving country. These quotas are determined annually and are based on the country's capacity and willingness to accept refugees, as well as global humanitarian needs.

The process for becoming a kiintiöpakolainen typically begins when a refugee is identified by UNHCR as needing resettlement. This is usually for individuals who cannot be safely or durably integrated into their country of asylum and for whom voluntary repatriation or local integration is not viable. UNHCR then refers cases to resettlement countries that have a quota available. The receiving country conducts its own screening and assessment process, which may include interviews and background checks, before making a final decision on admission.

Kiintiöpakolaiset are distinct from refugees who arrive spontaneously in a country and claim asylum there. Resettlement through quotas is a planned and organized process, often aimed at providing protection and a new start for the most vulnerable refugees. The number of kiintiöpakolaiset accepted by a country can vary significantly from year to year, reflecting both international circumstances and domestic policy.