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Update on returns to the Middle East

12/03/2026
Due to the current situation in the Middle East, air traffic to countries in the region has been disrupted, which is impacting voluntary return. Given the uncertain developments in the region, it is c...

Modifications regarding reintegration

12/03/2026
Minister Anneleen Van Bossuyt announces a series of important changes regarding the voluntary return and reintegration programme.For many returnees, reintegration in the country of origin is an essent...

Ghent return desk: new opening hours

12/03/2026
The return desk of Ghent is now operating under new opening hours.Below is an overview of the new schedules for the return desk in Ghent.Monday9:30-12:00 & 14:00-16:00 Open by appointmentTues...

3,267 voluntary returns in 2024

27/03/2025
Last year, 3,267 persons returned voluntarily to their country of origin.The year 2024 is firmly in line with the rising trend of recent years: in 2024, the number of people who returned from Belgium ...