Saxony Plans Pilot Deportation Center to Increase Removal Rates

The CDU-SPD coalition aims to centralize deportation processes and alleviate pressure on local municipalities with a new facility.

The Saxony state government, led by the CDU and SPD, has agreed to test a deportation center as part of its coalition agreement.
The proposed center will house individuals required to leave Germany, focusing on cases where deportation is imminent.
Residents at the center will be subject to residence requirements, as outlined in Germany's residency laws, mandating them to stay at the designated location.
Critics, including refugee advocacy groups, argue that such measures restrict opportunities for asylum seekers to integrate, such as finding employment.
In 2024, Saxony has already recorded higher deportation numbers compared to the previous year, with 726 individuals deported and an equal number leaving voluntarily.