In the context of the recent events in Syria, the CGRS has temporarily suspended processing cases of applicants originating from Syria. Since 9 December 2024, planned personal interviews were cancelled and assessments were temporarily put on hold.
Only personal interviews and decisions for persons enjoying a protection status in another EU Member State will be continued. Other decisions were suspended.
This suspension is only temporary and already applies until the end of March. Currently, the CGRS does not have sufficient objective information to accurately assess the situation in Syria. The CGRS is closely monitoring the situation and will communicate in due time whether this deadline will be extended or not.