The General Inspectorate for Immigration presented its Activity Evaluation for 2024 during a festive event marking the institution's official day.
Among the key findings related to asylum: Asylum applications significantly decreased in 2024, with a 75% drop compared to the previous year. Around 2,000 cases were processed, and over 700 individuals were granted protection. Over 162,000 residence permits were issued or renewed under the temporary protection mechanism for displaced persons from Ukraine.
The Emergency Transit Center (CTU) in Timisoara facilitated the evacuation and international relocation of 447 refugees. To increase accommodation capacity, 540 new places were added across key centers, including 240 in Arad and 300 in Galati, with 71 modular units installed in Maramures, Radauti, and Galati. Romania became the first EU member state to finalize and submit its National Plan for implementing the EU Pact on Migration and Asylum, officially approved in January 2025.
The digitization of asylum procedures advanced significantly, improving service efficiency and accessibility.