​​​EUAA Publications​​

EUAA Asylum Report 2024 - The annual EUAA Asylum Report provides a comprehensive overview of key developments in asylum in Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland (EU+ countries). All aspects of the Common European Asylum System (CEAS) are covered by summarising changes to legislation, policy and practices at the European and national levels. The report presents selected case law which has shaped the interpretation of European and national laws, as well as key indicators for the 2023 reference year, which highlight emerging trends and the effectiveness of asylum systems​. Read more here

EUAA Publications on Developments in Asylum - The EUAA collects information from diverse sources and produces overviews and analyses of developments in legislation, policies, practices and jurisprudence related to asylum and reception systems. The information is vital to examine the evolution of the Common European Asylum System, identify emerging trends and inform evidence-based decision-making.​ Read more here

EUAA Professional Development Series for Judges in EU+ countries - The EUAA is working towards creating professional development materials in support of the promotion of quality and harmonisation in the area of asylum law specifically tailored to the needs of members of courts and tribunals in Member States and Associated Countries. These materials are being developed in conjunction with representatives of courts and tribunals from the Member States and Associated Countries with full respect of the independence of courts and tribunals. EUAA also cooperates with judicial training institutions, judicial associations, the European Commission, other EU Agencies, UNHCR and other relevant actors. In addition to the development of these materials, EUAA also provides ad hoc support in response to requests received from courts and tribunals. Read more here

EUAA Country of Origin Information Reports - The EUAA Country of Origin Information (COI) gathers relevant information and draws up reports providing for accurate, reliable and up to date information on third countries to support EU+ asylum and migration authorities in reaching accurate and fair decisions in asylum procedures, or support policy making. COI refers to, inter alia, the political, religious and security situation and to violations of human rights, including torture and ill-treatment in the third countries concerned​. Read more here​ and here​

EUAA Country Guidance Reports - Country Guidance is country-specific common analysis and guidance developed by the EUAA together with a network of senior-level policy officials from EU+ countries. The country guidance documents aim to assist decision-makers and policy-makers. The countries are selected together with Member States. Some of the key factors taken into account in the prioritisation are the number of applications received in Member States and associated countries and the need to foster further convergence in the assessment of international protection needs.​ Read more here and here

EUAA Thematic Workshop on Legal Assistance and Representation in the Asylum Procedure - The EUAA held a thematic workshop between 1-2 March 2023, which was attended by over 100 participants. Some presentations have been made available as articles to capture the discussions which were held:

• ​Professional Training in the Field of European Asylum and Migration Law Offered by the Academy of European Law (ERA)
• Legal Aid Coordination Center: Empowering Refugees through Grassroots Initiatives in Poland 
• Good Practices and Challenges in the Provision of Legal Assistance to Unaccompanied Minors in Bulgaria 
• Lithuania: Access to Legal Assistance at the Border and in Detention and Strategic Litigation before the ECHR
• Legal Assistance for Asylum Seekers Detained in Poland 
• Jurisprudence of the European Court and execution process ​

Council of Europe Resources​

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