S.L. 217.12 Art. 8Return and removal of unaccompanied minors.

(1) An unaccompanied minor, prior to a decision on the issue of a return decision, shall be allowed to apply for asylum and shall be assisted in terms of the Children and Young Persons (Care Order) Act.

(2) An unaccompanied minor shall not be removed from Malta before the Principal Immigration Officer, in coordination with the relative diplomatic representation of the third-country in question, is satisfied that he will be returned to a member of his family, a nominated guardian or adequate reception facilities in the State of return.