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UNHCR Preparedness and Response | Voluntary Return of Syrian Refugees (January - June 2025)

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Key figures

  • 6 million Syrian refugees primarily in neighbouring countries

  • Up to 1 million projected refugee returns between January-June 2025

Overview

With the dramatic fall of the Assad government, there has been seismic shift in Syria. Refugees in neighbouring countries have expressed elation and hope, together with caution. Should a political transition be successful accompanied by major investments by the donor community, there could be significant numbers of Syrians returning voluntarily from within the region in the next six months. While UNHCR does not promote large-scale voluntary repatriations to Syria at this time, it is preparing to assist those who are choosing to return voluntarily, working closely with host governments in Türkiye, Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq and Egypt, and UN and NGO partners in the region. At the same time, it is crucial to maintain support to programmes for the six million refugees primarily in the region, empowering refugees’ choices and building their assets and skills for their future.