What must I do while waiting for the hearing?

During the time until your hearing, you can take the language lessons offered by many of the admission facilities. Asylum seekers whose prospects of staying are not good, can participate in an initial orientation course. Asylum seekers whose prospects of staying are good, can participate in an integration course. You will be notified whether this applies to you by your admission facility. In addition, there are many other recreational activities offered by volunteers and organisations.

Preparing for the hearing

The admission facilities have offers from welfare organisations and other providers. You will also receive important information about the asylum process and how to prepare yourself for your personal hearing at the Federal Office.
Finally, you can again think about the main reasons for leaving your country of origin and write them down.