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The principle of non-refoulement protects refugees from being returned to places where their lives or freedoms could be threatened. It is a cornerstone of international refugee law, particularly under the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees.

Refugees have the right to access the courts of law on the territory they are present, in accordance with international human rights law and the 1951 Refugee Convention.

Refugees have the right to obtain travel documents, especially when they are lawful residents of a country, as provided for in the 1951 Refugee Convention.

Refugees have the right to have access to housing in the country of asylum. This right is necessary for the dignity and physical and emotional well-being of refugees.

While the right to political participation in the host country is often limited for refugees, international human rights laws encourage participation in public affairs, especially within their communities.

Refugees have the right to reunify with family members. This right is supported by various human rights treaties and laws, which acknowledge the importance of family unity.

Every person has the right to seek asylum from persecution in other countries. This right is enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (Article 14) and the 1951 Refugee Convention.

Refugees have the right to access education. The 1951 Refugee Convention and conventions on the rights of the child ensure protections for a child's right to schooling.

Refugees have the right to protection of their intellectual property rights, such as patents and copyrights. These rights are acknowledged by international law.

Asylum seekers have the right not to be penalized for their illegal entry into a country if they are arriving directly from a territory where their life or freedom was threatened, in accordance with the 1951 Refugee Convention.

Refugees have the right to freedom of opinion and expression. These freedoms are fundamental human rights protected by international laws and covenants.

Refugees have the right to access public relief and assistance. This includes rights to healthcare and social services, as outlined by the 1951 Refugee Convention.

Refugees lawfully in a territory cannot be expelled except on grounds of national security or public order, and in such cases, they have the right to due process, as outlined in the 1951 Refugee Convention.

Refugees have the right to work and earn a living in the host country. This right is essential for integration and self-reliance and is promoted by the International Labour Organization conventions and the 1951 Refugee Convention.

Refugees have the right to obtain documentation pertaining to their legal status and personal identification. Documentation is crucial for the exercise of other rights.

Refugees have the right to practice their religion and have the freedom of their religious beliefs, as affirmed by human rights law and the 1951 Refugee Convention.

The 1951 Refugee Convention outlines rights for refugees to facilitate their naturalization and assimilation. While not an immediate right, it is an aim of the refugee regime to help long-term integration.

Refugees have the right to move freely within the host country and to choose their place of residence, as per the 1951 Refugee Convention.

Refugees have the right to be free from discrimination. The 1951 Refugee Convention specifically prohibits discrimination on account of race, religion, or country of origin.