The State Office for Foreigners' Affairs of Schleswig-Holstein (LfA) is an integral part of the Schleswig-Holstein Immigration Administration. Among other things, it is responsible for the reception of asylum seekers, late repatriates and illegally entered foreigners and their distribution. It is also a nationwide coordinator for residence permits.

This is the booking of flights for people who are returned from Germany to their country of origin or another country. This can be a voluntary exit or an exit that is carried out in a forced way. For this, it is necessary to book direct flights whenever possible, if this is not possible, choose the best routes. In addition, availability must be guaranteed from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. throughout the week (Monday to Friday). A quick confirmation of the booked flight is required.