1. Migration Forum, Tallinn 13-05-2015 LITHUANIAN POLICY ON RESETTLEMENT/ RELOCATION LITHUANIAN POLICY ON RESETTLEMENT/ RELOCATION

2. National regulation Lithuanian Migration Policy Guidelines Law On the Legal Status of Aliens’ Amendments: Decision by Government (Ad hoc) (possible discussions in Seimas) Decision on resettlement/relocation Decision on granting protection or recognition

4. ...on voluntary basis  Political and public opinion  Economic situation  History  Diaspora  Other factors 16% of Lithuanian residents view immigration positively (Win-Gallup International). In comparison, in Germany 38%, in Finland 43% and in Poland 17% of residents see immigration as a positive phenomenon.Win-Gallup International

5. Survey (public opinion) Internal consultations (NGO, Gov. Institutions) Research Presentation for wide audience Preparation for political discussions

6. Model Priority:  Vulnerable group  Relocation (TFEU) Number Costs/ capacity

7.  The main aspects of the process  Best practice  Assessment of current situation  Proposed suitable model for Lithuania

8. Relocation from Malta Participation in EUREMA II Rel oc ation Relocation Practice

10. Difficulties Solidarity, humanity or rationality? Effectiveness Burden sharing?

11. Dec is ions Decisions

12.  Solidarity  Solidarity tools  Internal  Expert pool  Support on operational level ...  External  RPDP (prevention)  Other forms of assistance...why on voluntary basis?  Suitable way to choose

13. Questions? Thank you!