1.8 – LUGGAGE
substantiated individual cases. If circumstances no
longer require the confiscation of mobile phones, they
must be returned to their owner. Before a mobile
phone is confiscated, the person being deported must
be given the opportunity to write down important
phone numbers.
Persons being deported must be given the
opportunity – taking into account all relevant
circumstances – to pack personal belongings. Steps
must be taken to ensure, without exception, that the
person being deported is dressed appropriately for the
procedure and for the country of destination, and that
identity documents, necessary medication, provisions
for children, and any necessary medical aids (e.g.
glasses) can be packed. One of the persons carrying
out the deportation should make sure that luggage is
also packed for children being deported. A supply of
basic hygiene products and sufficient clothing should
be kept at the airport and issued as necessary.
1.12 – RESPECT FOR THE BEST INTERESTS
OF CHILDREN
As a rule, families are to be deported jointly.
Children should not be shackled. Parents should not
be shackled in the presence of their children. If
children are deported, there should always be one
person who is tasked with ensuring the child's best
interests are respected during the deportation
procedure. Suitable facilities to keep children
occupied should be available at the airport.
1.9 – CONTACT WITH LEGAL COUNSEL
During the deportation procedure, persons being
deported must be allowed to contact legal counsel.
Such contact must be made possible at the beginning
of the deportation procedure so that any necessary
legal measures can be taken in due time. In case the
person concerned has so far had no contact with a
lawyer, they must be given contact details for
emergency legal services.
1.13 – MEALS
Sufficient amounts of food and drink must be
available during the entire deportation procedure.
1.14 – CASH LUMP SUM
Persons being deported must have sufficient
financial means to pay for the journey from the airport
to the final destination as well as for meals needed
during this journey.
1.10 – TELEPHONE CONVERSATIONS
WITH RELATIVES
Any person being deported should be given the
opportunity to contact his/her relatives.
1.15 – FURTHER TRAINING OF PRISON
STAFF
1.11 – MOBILE PHONES
Deportations should be carried out by members of
staff who are sufficiently qualified and have received
adequate further training.
Mobile phones should only be confiscated during a
deportation procedure if this is deemed necessary in
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