Guidance note

The guidance note summarises the conclusions of the common analysis and should be read in conjunction with it. It covers the following topics:

• Introduction to the situation in Syria
• The implications of leaving Syria
• Actors of persecution or serious harm
• Refugee status
• Subsidiary protection
  • Article 15(a) QD
  • Article 15(b) QD
  • Article 15(c) QD
• Actors of protection
• Internal protection alternative
• Exclusion