CGMP International Migration Laws & Policies

Question 1

What is the main purpose of international migration laws?

Accepted Answer

To manage migration and protect migrants' rights

Answer

The main purpose of international migration laws is to establish frameworks for the orderly management of migration flows between countries. These laws also aim to protect the fundamental human rights of migrants, regardless of their status, ensuring their safety, dignity, and access to justice. They seek to balance national sovereignty with international human rights obligations.

Question 2

What is the role of the 1951 Refugee Convention?

Accepted Answer

It protects refugees and outlines obligations

Answer

The 1951 Refugee Convention, along with its 1967 Protocol, is the cornerstone of international refugee law. Its primary role is to define who a refugee is, outline their rights, and specify the legal obligations of states to protect refugees. It prohibits refoulement, meaning refugees cannot be returned to a country where their life or freedom would be threatened.

Question 3

What is a migrant's legal status?

Accepted Answer

The legal recognition of a migrant’s presence

Answer

A migrant's legal status refers to the official recognition by a state of an individual's right to enter, reside, and work within its borders. This status can vary widely, from citizens and permanent residents to temporary workers, students, asylum seekers, and undocumented migrants. It determines the rights and obligations a migrant has in the host country.

Question 4

What is the difference between refugees and asylum seekers?

Accepted Answer

Asylum seekers wait for protection; refugees have it

Answer

The key difference between refugees and asylum seekers is in their legal status and the stage of their protection claim. An asylum seeker is someone who has fled their country and is seeking international protection, but whose claim for refugee status has not yet been determined. A refugee is someone who has been granted protection under international law, typically after their asylum claim has been successful.

Question 5

What is regularization of migration status?

Accepted Answer

Legalizing undocumented migrants

Answer

Regularization of migration status refers to the process by which undocumented or irregular migrants are granted a legal right to reside and often work in a country. This process typically involves meeting specific criteria set by the host government, such as length of stay, family ties, or employment. It aims to bring migrants into the formal system, providing them with rights and responsibilities.

(CGMP) Certified Global Migration Professional Practice Test

(CGMP) Certified Global Migration Professional Practice Test

CGMP International Migration Laws & Policies