Increase in Deportations from Hamburg Airport

Hamburg Airport recently facilitated the deportation of seven individuals, primarily from Serbia and Kosovo, to their home countries. This action is part of a broader government initiative led by Schleswig-Holstein, reflecting a significant uptick in deportations in recent years.

In 2024, over 1,100 deportations have been recorded, a notable increase from the 1,500 deportations in 2022. This surge follows the refugee crisis of 2015/2016 and highlights the challenges surrounding asylum processes in Germany. The use of the detention center in Glückstadt has been pivotal in these operations, with recent reports indicating that 36 asylum seekers were removed from Hamburg to Serbia and North Macedonia.

The tightening of deportation regulations by the Bundestag has further influenced these measures. As the complexities of asylum applications continue, the journey toward repatriation remains fraught with difficulty.