Migration: a common challenge 

Parliament’s work on asylum, external borders and migration 

Even before Ukraine came under attack from Russia in February 2022, the EU was keen to support Kyiv and forge closer links. Find out how.

MEPs call for children fleeing war in Ukraine to be given safe passage and for assistance for those internally displaced or unable to leave areas under siege.

Parliament calls on the EU to protect women fleeing Ukraine from violence and trafficking, and to grant them access to essential health services.

Migration in the EU has been affected by crises such as the Covid-19 pandemic and Russian hostilities. Check out the latest figures in our infographic.

People migrate for many reasons, ranging from security, demography and human rights to poverty and climate change. Find out more.

MEPs want future EU policies on returning migrants to safeguard fundamental rights and give priority to voluntary returns. Check out the facts and figures in our infographics.

The influx of migrants and the security of external borders is a challenge for Europe. Learn more about how Parliament is addressing the situation.

The migratory pressure on Europe has exposed the need for a reform of the EU asylum system, as well as for greater sharing of responsibility between EU countries.

Find out how the EU aims to increase the attractiveness of the European Blue Card for highly-skilled migrants.

MEPs approved the new law to strengthen the European Border and Coast Guard, on Wednesday, to ensure better protection of EU external borders.

The influx of migrants and asylum seekers to Europe in recent years has shown the need for a fairer, more effective European asylum policy. Check out our infographic for more.

Tensions over democracy, human rights and migration have led to a rethink of EU-Turkey relations. What is the status of the cooperation?

MEPs criticised Turkey’s military operation in Syria and called for measures against the country during a debate on 23 October.

The situation of refugees in Greece calls for a concerted EU response to avoid a Covid-19 outbreak, according to MEPs on the civil liberties committee.