Circular giving a clear direction for the application of article 27 of Law 5226/25, which provides for prison sentence at least two years old For those immigrants who remain illegally in the country, today the Minister of Immigration and Asylum, Thanos Plevris, signed.

In the circular, according to ministry sources, it becomes clear that from now on is abolished In all documents the term ‘irregular migration», Who is replaced by the legally accurate term ‘illegal immigration” The same sources argue that this change is considered necessary to reflect the new legislative framework that enhances the distinction between legal and illegal stay in the country.

At the same time, it is ordered to immediately inform all guests in the structures that in the event of their asylum application being rejected they will be in charge of up to 24 months, and will also face imprisonment by imprisonment. two to five years.

‘The only way out so as not to serve the sentence is the voluntary return in the country origin their”The sources of the Ministry of Immigration and Asylum emphasize, adding that the aim of the circular is to clearly reflect the network of measures provided for by the new legislation, as well as to ensure immediate cooperation with the Greek Police.

It is therefore stipulated that after any asylum application, the administrators of the hospitality structures must immediately inform the competent authorities.