Guide: Victims of Human Trafficking

Have you fled your home country because you became a victim of exploitation? Or did you become a victim of human trafficking while fleeing, in Europe, or in Germany?

Then you have likely experienced one or more of the following situations: your passport was taken from you, you were forced to repay debts, you were locked up and monitored, you were beaten or raped, forced into sexual acts or prostitution, or you were promised things in exchange for staying in Germany (such as a good job or paid training) that were never fulfilled.

Human trafficking refers to situations where a person is brought into exploitation through violence, threats, or deception. It can take many forms, including sexual exploitation, labour exploitation, forced begging and criminal activity, or organ trafficking. Victims of human trafficking are entitled to appropriate support.