Voluntary Returns Amidst Identification Processes
In a significant development on September 29, 2026, dozens of Moroccan migrants made the decision to return voluntarily to Morocco prior to their expected transfer to the Temporary Attention Center for Foreigners (CATE) in Ceuta for identification purposes. Reports confirm that many of these individuals, who had been sleeping on Benítez beach, were transported by bus to the vicinity of the Tarajal border checkpoint, a designated area for identification, where they expressed their desire to return to their homeland.
This decision appears to be influenced by an understanding among the migrants that they do not meet the necessary criteria to apply for international protection. Sources from the National Police have indicated that the migrants are aware of their lack of rights to claim asylum, leading them to opt for a return to Morocco instead of facing the identification process in Ceuta.
The situation reflects the ongoing complexities surrounding migration in the region, where numerous individuals seek better opportunities but often face challenges regarding their legal status. The police presence has been notable since early morning as efforts were made to facilitate the transfer of those residing on the beach back to the Tarajal area, and subsequently to the CATE for those who choose to remain and pursue identification.
As reported by 20minutos.es.
