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Launch of the Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme Pathways 2 and 3

13 June 2022

Proposing MP
Kevin Foster Con
Torbay
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The minister announces the opening of two remaining referral pathways for the Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme (ACRS).

Action Requested

Pathway 2 allows UNHCR to refer up to 2,000 refugees during the first year, while Pathway 3 enables FCDO to refer up to 1,500 eligible British Council and GardaWorld contractors and Chevening alumni from Afghanistan. Expressions of interest for Pathway 3 open on June 20th with a deadline of August 15th.

Key Facts

  • The ACRS will resettle up to 20,000 eligible people over the coming years.
  • UNHCR will refer refugees under Pathway 2 for resettlement in the UK during the first year, aiming for up to 2,000 referrals.
  • FCDO will open an online system on June 20th for expressions of interest from eligible individuals under Pathway 3 until August 15th.
  • The first evacuation mission (Op PITTING) brought over 15,000 people to safety within two weeks.
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