In order to ensure that the procedures set out in this Regulation are respected and to prevent obstacles to the efficient application of this Regulation, in particular in order to avoid absconding of third-country nationals and stateless persons or their unauthorised movements between Member States, it is necessary to establish clear obligations for the applicant in the context of the procedure, of which he or she should be duly informed in a timely manner. Non-compliance with such obligations should lead to appropriate and proportionate procedural consequences for the applicant and his or her reception conditions. Member States should take into account the individual circumstances of the applicant when assessing his or her compliance with the obligations and cooperation with the competent authorities, in accordance with the rules set out in this Regulation. In line with , the Member State where such an applicant is present should in any case ensure that the immediate material needs of that applicant are covered.