The reform mandates compulsory identity checks for arrivals at EU external borders and introduces expedited asylum procedures for individuals from countries with low recognition rates. Germany’s application of these border procedures is limited to international airports and seaports, with potential immediate deportations for rejected applicants. Additionally, the federal government has acknowledged the collaborative nature of these procedures with the states. The reforms also allow for the establishment of secondary migration centers by federal states for individuals awaiting transfer to the responsible EU member state.