Walloon support for asylum seekers with disabilities during their procedure
Official title: Projet de décret modifiant l'article 275 du Code wallon de l'Action sociale et de la Santé, transposant partiellement la directive 2024/1346 du 14 mai 2024 établissant des normes pour l'accueil des personnes demandant une protection internationale et clarifiant les conditions d'admissibilité aux prestations visées au Livre IV
Status: Parliament has approved this proposal. (parliament: ‘Adopted in plenary session’)
In plain language
- Asylum seekers with disabilities and minors will be able to access support and services from AViQ in Wallonia while their application is processed.
- The change applies to applicants for international protection living in French-speaking Wallonia who need specialized care or reception arrangements.
- If you are seeking asylum and have a disability, you can receive adapted housing, technical aids, and employment support more quickly.
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From proposal to law
- Submitted 25 June 2026
- Approved by parliament 15 July 2026
- Given royal assent by the government 16 July 2026
- Published in the Belgian Official Journal 3 August 2026 · Read the official text ↗
- In force 13 August 2026
How parliament voted
Passed on 15 July 202669 for · 0 against · 0 abstention(s)
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