By Waqar Asad

Abstract: This research study investigates the role of economic advantageousness in shaping refugee assistance policies and its impact on the treatment of refugees by host states. By considering both admittance and permanent residency as separate dependent variables, this paper aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how economic factors influence the prioritization of refugees for assistance by the host state. The economic aspect of refugee assistance is significant as it can have tangible implications for refugees, including their access to protection, their ability to integrate into host societies, and their prospects for finding a durable solution. However, the practice of prioritizing and processing refugee groups based on their economic potential may lead to unequal treatment and disparities in access to protection and resettlement. Therefore, gaining insights into the role of economic advantageousness in refugee assistance is crucial for developing more equitable and sustainable guidelines for host states to assist refugees.