The document discusses the intensive vetting process refugees undergo which can take 18 months or more and involves extensive background checks, biometric data collection, interviews, and medical screenings. Once approved, when refugees arrive they undergo additional security checks. The process refugees experience to reach safety is long and arduous, with many facing physical hardship, separation from family, and prejudice. Legal assistance organizations like IRAP help refugees prepare documentation and legal status, which is critical for their survival.