Few Syrian immigrants depart from Germany
In August 2025, Janine Lietmeyer, a board member of World Vision Germany, returned from a visit to Syria. During her trip, she reported that while Damascus's city center appears relatively normal, other regions present significant challenges for returnees.
Lietmeyer's visit came after a period of increased return of Syrian refugees from neighbouring countries such as Turkey, Lebanon, Jordan, and Iraq.
In 2021, 83,150 former Syrian nationals were naturalized in Germany. However, no corresponding data for Syrian naturalizations in Germany is available for the current year.
Between early January and the end of August 2022, 17,650 people from Syria applied for asylum with the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees (Bamf) in Germany. This number suggests that despite the return of many refugees, Germany continues to be a destination for Syrian asylum seekers.
World Vision Germany's findings underscore the complexities of the Syrian refugee situation. While some refugees may choose to return home, others continue to seek safety and stability in Germany and other countries.
As the situation evolves, it is crucial to provide support to both those returning to Syria and those seeking refuge in other countries. World Vision Germany and other organisations are working to ensure that returnees have access to essential services and that asylum seekers receive the necessary assistance.
In conclusion, while some progress has been made in the Syrian refugee crisis, significant challenges remain for returnees. It is essential that we continue to support those affected by the crisis and work towards a peaceful and stable future for Syria and its people.
