Irregular Journeys - Increased hardship and dependency after failed irregular journeys

‘After failed irregular journeys, passengers often end up in a far more difficult and dangerous situation than before they left, with no money, high debt, and no house to go back to.

In recent years, people who attempted irregular journey ended up stranded in countries of transit or destination for prolonged periods with limited access to food, water, medicine, or sanitary facilities. Some went missing in forests, died due to extreme weather conditions, or were subjected to prolonged detention. In such situations, it is often difficult to get help as UNHCR and other organizations have limited (and often no) access to people in these circumstances.
For more information on risks associated with irregular journeys by sea or land, please visit the UNHCR Lebanon HELP website at https://help.unhcr.org/lebanon/en/ (under ‘Risks of Irregular Travel’).
If you are thinking of embarking on an irregular journey, consider reaching out to UNHCR for confidential counseling at 04726111.

Remember that all services and assistance by UNHCR and its partners are free of charge.’

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