Overview

• The Bundesrechnungshof report highlights that 32% of Ukrainian refugees did not receive counseling during integration courses in 2024.
• Without counseling, course dropout rates were four times higher, indicating a need for improved support systems.
• Less than 1% of job placement suggestions for refugees led to employment, showing minimal impact of the 'Job Turbo' program.
• Approximately 720,000 Ukrainians receive citizen benefits in Germany, with 500,000 deemed employable, yet employment growth remains slow.
• The audit suggests that the German government's goal to save €1 billion in the 2024 budget is unrealistic, anticipating higher expenses instead.