For a Congolese asylum seeker in France, the OFPRA interview is often the most important stage of the journey.
The file is not limited to identity or nationality. It must explain why the person fears returning to their country.
Personal testimony becomes central: dates, places, events, threats, political engagement, association membership or violence experienced.
Many people in exile struggle to tell their story clearly, especially when it is linked to fear, trauma or family separation.
This article is not legal advice, but an editorial reminder: an exile story should be precise, consistent, sincere and supported, when possible, by credible documents.
Source / reference: Dossier pédagogique Voix d’Exil RDC