Fewer migrants are entering the European Union (EU) through unofficial routes, and fewer people are applying for asylum. Some border crossings are still busy, but changes in migration patterns point to shifts in policy, seasonal trends, and new challenges for … Read more
Switzerland is tightening border controls as lawmakers push to reduce illegal migration and cross-border crime. On March 13th, the upper house of Parliament approved a motion calling for stricter border checks and the removal of people without valid residence permits … Read more
The European Union (EU) has introduced a plan to change its migration policies, focusing on deporting more people and setting up return centers outside its borders. Human rights groups strongly oppose the proposal, arguing that it threatens basic rights. EU … Read more
France and the United Kingdom have agreed to increase efforts to reduce illegal migration across the English Channel. After meeting in Le Touquet, French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau and British Home Secretary Yvette Cooper outlined plans to strengthen security, tighten … Read more
The Finnish government now requires foreign berry pickers to get a seasonal work permit before arriving in the country. The new rules, effective February 17th, 2025, aim to prevent worker exploitation and improve labor conditions. All foreign berry pickers must … Read more
Fewer people are seeking asylum and crossing borders illegally into the European Union (EU). Recent data from Eurostat and Frontex show that asylum applications dropped by 14% in November 2024. In January 2025, illegal border crossings were 22% lower than … Read more
Denmark has tightened its immigration rules, granting only 860 asylum requests last year—the lowest in years. Under Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, Denmark is sticking to policies that limit the number of refugees and asylum seekers. Record-low asylum numbers reflect hardline … Read more
In 2024, more people are migrating to and through Bulgaria, positioning the country as both a stopover and a new home for many. Foreign workers are also arriving in greater numbers, but nearly half leave within a few months, making … Read more
More people reunited with their families in Belgium in 2024 than ever before, even as debates continued over stricter immigration rules. The government approved over 20,000 family reunification visas, raising challenges in balancing support for families with border control efforts. … Read more
The Finnish government plans to implement stricter requirements for permanent residency to support integration into Finnish society. The Ministry of the Interior proposes increasing the required residency period from four years to six. Applicants must also show proficiency in Finnish … Read more