30/05/2026
Starting June 12, 2026, new rules under the GEAS/CEAS asylum system will take effect in the EU.
One of the most concerning aspects is the expedited processing of applications from citizens of countries where the rate of positive decisions on international protection is 20% or less.
For Russian citizens, this risk is very real.
But it is important to understand: this does not mean automatic rejection. Each case must still be considered individually. However, applicants may have less time to prepare, gather evidence, find a lawyer, and properly present their story.
This is especially important for LGBTQI+ people, anti-war activists, journalists, human rights defenders, conscientious objectors, and people facing criminal prosecution.
Do not file an application in a panic.
Do not file an application “just in case.”
First, assess the risks, gather evidence, and seek individual legal advice.
Asylum is not just a way to stay in Europe.
It is a procedure to protect you from persecution.
What matters most right now is not fear, but strategy.
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