Repatriation

The great majority of today’s refugees would prefer to return home once the situation in their homeland stabilizes. UNHCR works with their country of origin and host countries to help the refugees repatriate in safety and dignity.

The refugee agency promotes voluntary return by providing transportation, financial incentives and practical help such as seeds, farming equipment and building materials. When quick impact projects (QIPs) are approved, they are designed not only to help returning refugees, but also members of local communities which, in developing countries, are often as poor and deprived as the refugees themselves.