In early 2024, Bavaria witnessed a remarkable reduction in asylum seekers, with numbers plummeting to 3,570, a decrease of more than half compared to the previous year. This shift is attributed to stricter border controls and an increasing number of rejected applicants leaving the region.
Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann views this trend as a pivotal moment for migration policy, anticipating that it will continue under the new Federal Interior Minister Dobrindt. Furthermore, the city of Munich has faced challenges in relocating approximately 1,100 refugees from costly hotel accommodations to more affordable communal facilities.
This transition, prompted by the cessation of state funding for hotel stays, has drawn criticism from welfare organizations due to the impact on vulnerable populations, including minors and the elderly. Overall, these developments reflect a significant change in the landscape of migration and asylum in Bavaria, emphasizing the need for sustainable solutions to support both refugees and local communities.
