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Immigration: what you need to know now
New EU asylum rules since June 2026, the Entry/Exit System, temporary protection for Ukrainians and more. Pick your situation or ask about your own case.
Accident, delay or cancellation? What to do now
Car accidents at home or abroad, delayed flights and trains, rental cars and injuries at work: the first steps, the deadlines and who pays.
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Immigration, explained clearly
Moving as an EU citizen, family members, work permits and the EU Blue Card, asylum under the new Pact, temporary protection, Schengen stays and citizenship, with where to apply, deadlines and official sources. EU rules changed in 2026; this page was last checked on .
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Time limits to claim in the launch countries
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The latest updates from the European Commission, the EU courts and national authorities that affect everyday legal questions, in plain words, with who is affected and a link to the source. Updated every week; last update .
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