The applicant, Burundian national and of tutsi ethnic group, has applied for international protection on grounds related to his involvement in manifestations against the President when the later announced to participate for a third mandate. Refugee status was granted on 31 May 2017. The Office for foreigners informed the CGRS that the applicant had returned to his country of origin, and he was invited for an interview on 18 February 2020 where the applicant mentioned to have visited Burundi for his father funeral and also he applied and obtained a passport.   The CGRS noted that the applicant had no difficulties to return to his country of origin and to take part in the funerals which are a public ceremony according to local tradition. The CGRS noted that the applicant did not face any issue in his country of origin, nor was he looked as opponent by the authorities Thus, the CGRS concluded that the refugee protection shall be withdrawn because his personal behavior and return to his country of origin demonstrate the absence of any fear of persecution. The applicant appealed against the decision, but the CALL confirmed the withdrawal of protection. The CALL concluded that the applicant’s behaviour, including his return and application for a passport, indicated an absence of fear of persecution.