227 refugees already in Gabčíkovo

The temporary accommodation facility for refugees in Gabčíkovo is currently sheltering 227 asylum seekers transferred from Austria, including single men, families, and 67 children. All of the migrants originally come from Syria. All of them are seeking asylum in Austria and will be accommodated in Slovakia only temporarily. Those who receive asylum must return to Austria. A memorandum with the Austrian Interior Ministry regarding Slovak assistance with sheltering asylum seekers is valid for two years and for a total number that may not exceed 500.The Syrians may move around freely during their stay in Gabčíkovo. "No conflicts with locals have been recorded so far", stated Martina Fabianova, a spokesperson for the Slovak Interior Ministry. Slovakia is covering the costs of the refugees' food and accommodation, but all other expenditures such as those requiring medical care, security services, and allowances, are being paid by Austria.