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tainable. Assisted voluntary return (AVR) allows the returnee to prepare for
return and avoid the stigma of deportation with its potential negative repercussions
for successful reintegration. AVR is more politically palatable and
cost-effective for countries of destination than mandatory return and is seen
by many States as the preferred option. Moreover, it ensures the integrity of
regular migration systems and of international principles and standards with
respect to migrants in irregular situations. It may include organizational and
financial assistance for return, as well as assistance towards reintegration.
Effective practices with regard to assisted voluntary return:
Provision of objective and reliable information, including on conditions
in the country of origin, and counselling to enable the migrant to
make a free and informed decision on his/her return.
Adoption of measures that establish conditions and provide the means
to allow migrants to return voluntarily, in safety, with dignity and in
respect for their human rights.
Promotion of the active engagement of the migrant in planning his/her
return in order to facilitate the return.
c. Mandatory Return
Mandatory return by government authorities under national law enforcement
procedures takes place when migrants having no lawful right to remain in the
host State do not leave the country voluntarily if required to do so. Mandatory
return is seen by many countries as an important component of an effective
return policy and properly functioning migration management system and as
necessary for the credibility of the system. The existence of mandatory return
procedures often creates an incentive for individuals to choose to return voluntarily.
It is important that mandatory return be conducted in safety and dignity,
consistent with applicable human rights and humanitarian law, and that
returnees are not stigmatized for having returned involuntarily.
Effective practices with regard to mandatory return:
Promotion of mandatory return policies that are transparent, humane
and fair.
Promotion of measures to ensure that mandatory return is conducted
in safety and dignity.
Promotion of measures that avoid forced return to conditions of
danger.
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