Immigration
AIMA announces staff growth, but union claims the real balance is negative
The Agency for Integration, Migrations and Asylum (AIMA) reported a 17% increase in staff between July 2024 and July 2026, aiming to reach 20% by September 2026. The Migration Technicians Union (STM) disputes these figures, claiming a 19% turnover rate and a low retention rate of under 2% after six months, resulting in an effective net loss of experience and operational capacity.
Why it mattersWhile AIMA claims to be increasing its capacity, the union's report of high staff turnover suggests that long waits and administrative delays in residency and immigration processes may continue, as the agency struggles to retain experienced personnel.
