menedékkérket

A menedékkérket is a Hungarian term that translates to "asylum seeker" in English. It refers to an individual who has left their home country and is seeking international protection in another country. This protection is typically sought due to a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, membership of a particular social group, or political opinion.

The process for a menedékkérket involves lodging an application for asylum with the authorities of the host country. This application is then assessed to determine if the individual meets the criteria for refugee status under national and international law, such as the 1951 Refugee Convention. During this assessment, the applicant is usually granted certain rights and protections.

If an asylum claim is successful, the individual is granted refugee status and receives protection from deportation, as well as various rights, which may include the right to work, access to education, and social welfare benefits. If the claim is rejected, the individual may have the right to appeal the decision. The term "menedékkérket" specifically denotes the status of someone *seeking* asylum, distinguishing them from those who have already been granted refugee status.