Most migrants who enter the European Union come through legal migration channels, such as work, study, family reunification, or resettlement. In 2023, 4.3 million immigrants from non-EU countries entered the EU. Legal migration and resettlement are key parts of the EU's comprehensive and balanced approach to migration and asylum. Legal migration and resettlement benefit migrants, the EU Member States, and non-EU countries by offering individuals a chance to improve their personal circumstances, while helping host EU Member States address labour market needs. It is an investment in the economy and society, supporting the EU's green and digital transition, and contributing to more cohesive and resilient European societies. WorkLabour immigration has a key role to play in driving economic development in the long term and in addressing current and future demographic challenges in the EU.Study and researchThe Students and researchers Directive sets the conditions of admission and rights of non-EU nationals for the purposes of research, studies, training and voluntary service.Family reunificationThe Family reunification Directive establishes the rules under which non-EU nationals can bring their family members to the EU country in which they are legally residing.Resettlement and other pathways to protectionResettlement refers to the admission of non-EU nationals in need of international protection from a non-EU country to which they have been displaced to an EU country where they are granted protection.Talent PartnershipsThe Commission has launched Talent partnerships with partner countries to establish mutually beneficial mobility opportunities and better address labour market needs in the EU and partner countries.EU Immigration PortalFind all the information you need to migrate to the EU. Whether you want to work, study, provide services, or reunite with your family, this Portal guides you through the process. Click here to explore the options and start your journey. Related news items News article12 December 2024EU Asylum Agency issues guidelines for a common approach to community sponsorship The EUAA has issued guidelines for an EU approach to community sponsorship, aiming to increase the number of admission places available to those in need of protection, while establishing minimum quality standards for the different phases of community sponsorship across the EU.1 min readNews article17 October 2024EU-backed project fosters business partnerships between Belgium and SenegalOver the past three years, the Pilot project for business mobility between Belgium and Senegal has been connecting Senegalese and Belgian entrepreneurs, supporting 47 small to medium-sized businesses and contributing to the development of a sustainable Belgo-Senegalese economic partnership.1 min readNews article23 July 2024Over 25,000 migrant children in Greece benefited from “All Children in Education” programmeCo-funded by the European Commission, the “All Children in Education” programme was concluded on June 30, making a significant impact on the lives of refugee and migrant children in Greece. Since its launch in 2021, it has supported over 25,000 children, bridging formal and non-formal education.1 min readSee all
WorkLabour immigration has a key role to play in driving economic development in the long term and in addressing current and future demographic challenges in the EU.
Study and researchThe Students and researchers Directive sets the conditions of admission and rights of non-EU nationals for the purposes of research, studies, training and voluntary service.
Family reunificationThe Family reunification Directive establishes the rules under which non-EU nationals can bring their family members to the EU country in which they are legally residing.
Resettlement and other pathways to protectionResettlement refers to the admission of non-EU nationals in need of international protection from a non-EU country to which they have been displaced to an EU country where they are granted protection.
Talent PartnershipsThe Commission has launched Talent partnerships with partner countries to establish mutually beneficial mobility opportunities and better address labour market needs in the EU and partner countries.
EU Immigration PortalFind all the information you need to migrate to the EU. Whether you want to work, study, provide services, or reunite with your family, this Portal guides you through the process. Click here to explore the options and start your journey.
News article12 December 2024EU Asylum Agency issues guidelines for a common approach to community sponsorship The EUAA has issued guidelines for an EU approach to community sponsorship, aiming to increase the number of admission places available to those in need of protection, while establishing minimum quality standards for the different phases of community sponsorship across the EU.1 min read
News article17 October 2024EU-backed project fosters business partnerships between Belgium and SenegalOver the past three years, the Pilot project for business mobility between Belgium and Senegal has been connecting Senegalese and Belgian entrepreneurs, supporting 47 small to medium-sized businesses and contributing to the development of a sustainable Belgo-Senegalese economic partnership.1 min read
News article23 July 2024Over 25,000 migrant children in Greece benefited from “All Children in Education” programmeCo-funded by the European Commission, the “All Children in Education” programme was concluded on June 30, making a significant impact on the lives of refugee and migrant children in Greece. Since its launch in 2021, it has supported over 25,000 children, bridging formal and non-formal education.1 min read
