European Migration Network

The European Migration Network (EMN) has published the inform 'Alternatives to providing housing in-kind for applicants for international protection'. Based on contributions from 22 EMN Member Countries as well as Norway and Serbia, the inform maps national approaches between January 2020 and October 2025.

A new European Migration Network (EMN) inform 'Bridging the digital divide - digital services in legal migration procedures for accessibility and inclusion' examines how digital services can enhance accessibility for applicants with disabilities and for those who are digitally disadvantaged. Drawing on contributions from 25 EMN Member and Observer Countries, the inform compares approaches the design and delivery of digital services in legal migration procedures, and highlights common challenges and good practices.

The European Migration Network (EMN) has published the inform on Safe countries of origin and safe third countries: criteria for identifying and examining applications in light of the new Asylum Procedure Regulation (EU) 2024/1348. Based on contributions from 26 EMN Member Countries and Serbia, the inform examines current national approaches to safe country of origin (SCO) and safe third country (STC) concepts and their relevance for implementation of the Asylum Procedure Regulation from June 2026.

The European Migration Network has published the inform on Distribution of international protection accommodation centres and relationship management with local communities, offering a comparative analysis of how 23 EMN Member Countries and Serbia distribute accommodation centres and engage with local stakeholders. The inform covers developments up to February 2025 and provides insights into national approaches to planning, communication, and community engagement, including good practices and common challenges.

The EMN launches the updated EMN Glossary, accessible through a redesigned app and website. With over 540 migration and asylum terms in 27 languages, the EMN Glossary supports policy-making and cross-border understanding.

The European Migration Network (EMN) has published the study "Trafficking in human beings - the international dimension”, outlining efforts by 25 EMN Member and Observer Countries to combat trafficking in human beings. The study examines policies aligned with the EU Strategy on Combating Trafficking in Human Beings 2021-2025. Prioritised thematic areas include crime prevention, victim protection, law enforcement coordination, and prosecution of perpetrators. Many countries focus on specific third countries, regions, or migrant groups, reflecting tailored approaches to address trafficking risks effectively.