Pre-removal migrant detention centre opens in Limnes

On Sunday, March 29, 2026, the first section of the Pre-Removal Migrant Detention Centre in Limnes began official operations. The Ministry of Justice and Public Order confirmed that the facility has replaced the Menogeia detention centre, with all detainees successfully transferred to the new location. According to official government statements, this transition represents a strategic upgrade to state infrastructure. The initiative is intended to improve the operational management of migration flows and reduce overcrowding in existing state facilities. The Ministry stated that the development is part of a broader plan to build modern infrastructure that maintains order and ensures respect for human rights. This project aims to increase the state's capacity to manage ongoing migration challenges effectively. No further details regarding the capacity or future phases of the facility were disclosed in the announcement.