turvapaikkapäätös

A turvapaikkapäätös, or asylum decision, is the formal determination made by a country's immigration authorities regarding an application for asylum. This decision signifies whether an individual is granted protection based on well-founded fears of persecution in their country of origin. The process typically involves evaluating the applicant's claims, verifying their identity, and assessing the general situation in their home country.

There are generally two possible outcomes to a turvapaikkapäätös: acceptance or rejection. If the decision is positive, the applicant is granted asylum and typically receives a residence permit, allowing them to stay in the country and access social benefits and the labor market. If the decision is negative, the applicant may be ordered to leave the country.

Applicants have the right to appeal a negative turvapaikkapäätös. The appeal process allows for a review of the initial decision, often by a higher administrative court or a specialized asylum appeals board. During the appeal, new evidence can be presented, and the applicant may have the opportunity to present their case again. The outcome of the appeal can either uphold the rejection or overturn it, leading to the granting of asylum. The specifics of the asylum process and the grounds for granting protection are governed by national laws and international conventions, such as the 1951 Refugee Convention.