Survey: Afghan refugees in Germany choose to stay despite experiencing discrimination

A survey conducted by the Berlin-based Advisory Council on Integration and Migration reveals that many Afghan refugees in Germany suffer from discrimination, particularly in the housing market. Despite this, most Afghan refugees still express a desire to remain in the country.

The survey, which polled around 1,900 refugees, indicates that the discrimination Afghan refugees face in Germany is often tied to their financial situation. Respondents noted that those with financial instability feel less of a sense of belonging to German society.

The survey was conducted online between November 2023 and April 2024, including 1,891 Afghan refugees residing in Germany.

Respondents emphasized that individuals in better financial circumstances tend to feel a stronger connection and belonging to German society.

The survey also highlights that many Afghan refugees are still in the early stages of integration, but due to the ongoing crisis in Afghanistan, they are likely to remain in Germany for the long term.

The study’s goal was to provide a deeper understanding of Afghan refugees’ migration patterns and transnational connections and to offer insight into their living conditions in Germany.

Additionally, the survey found that a percentage of respondents have close family members still living in Afghanistan, with over 70% maintaining regular contact with their relatives.

According to the survey, 68% of respondents do not wish to return to Afghanistan in the next five to ten years, while only 4% expressed a desire to return within that period.

The major challenges faced by Afghan refugees in Germany include bringing family members to Germany, learning the German language, obtaining residency status, and finding housing.

The plight of Afghan refugees remains critical as many continue to face financial instability, discrimination, and difficulty in securing basic needs like housing. The ongoing humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, marked by conflict, food insecurity, and political instability, leaves these refugees with limited options for return.

Additionally, security threats and persecution in Afghanistan further prevent the safe repatriation of refugees, exacerbating the need for sustained international support and long-term solutions for those seeking asylum. Many Afghan refugees remain connected to their homeland yet uncertain about their future as they navigate life in a foreign country while dealing with the trauma of displacement.

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