For asylum seekers whose applications are rejected, all costs prior to the final decision (up to twelve months) are included in the Netherlands ODA reporting. Final decision is when the (final) appeal has been rejected or in the case of when there is no appeal the rejection becomes final after a maximum of 28 days. For most associated costs, such as interpretation services, school costs, (legal) counsel and guidance services, a breakdown of costs is available and these costs are included in our reporting.