Explainers

The EU has adopted various rules to manage legal migration flows, process asylum requests and return people staying illegally in the EU.

The EU and its member states are working on concrete measures to safeguard Europe's security and reinforce the EU's external borders.

The EU has established a common visa policy for travelers transiting through or intending to stay for a short period in the Schengen area.

What is the EU blue card? Who is eligible? What are the rights of the blue card holders?

What are the border checks for travellers entering in and leaving the Schengen area? Discover it in our infographic.