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Ad Hoc Query on social assistance benefits for beneficiaries of international and temporary protection

19/03/2026

This ad hoc query inquires about the differences in access to social assistance benefits for refugees, beneficiaries of subsidiary protection and beneficiaries of temporary protection in EMN Member Countries. Additionally, it looks at the reasons given for these differences in access to social assistance benefits and considers whether there are any plans or proposals to introduce further distinctions in access for these groups in the near future. 

Theme:
Integration
Publication type:
Ad Hoc Queries
Keywords:
beneficiary of international protection
beneficiary of temporary protection
social assistance
social assistance benefit
social welfare system

Fostering sustainable labour market integration of migrants in Belgium: Skills matching policies and instruments

12/03/2026

This study examines skills matching for migrants in Belgium as part of a broader European-level analysis conducted within the framework of the EMN. It focuses on how policies and initiatives align migrants’ qualifications and skills with labour market needs. The analysis considers both vertical and horizontal mismatches, where skills or fields of study do not correspond to job requirements. It identifies key challenges, as well as lessons learned and good practices, in supporting sustainable labour market integration through improved skills matching.

Theme:
Integration
Publication type:
Thematic Studies
Keywords:
labour market integration
third country national
migrants' skills
matching
mismatch
qualification
language requirement
skills recognition
gender

Latest Asylum Trends 2025 (EUAA)

03/03/2026

The Latest Asylum Trends 2025 provides an annual overview of asylum activity in EU+ countries, covering asylum applications (per capita), the main nationalities of applicants, the top receiving countries, recognition rates, pending cases and the number of beneficiaries of temporary protection following the war in Ukraine. It also reviews policy developments in the EU+ and provides a 2026 outlook, examining, inter alia, geopolitical uncertainty and latent displacement risks.

Theme:
International Protection
Temporary protection
Publication type:
Report
Keywords:
Latest Asylum Trends
EUAA
asylum applications
recognition rate
pending cases
displaced person
Ukraine
New Pact on Migration and Asylum

Ad Hoc Query on (planned) projects aimed at fostering the connection of BoTPs to Ukraine

19/01/2026

This ad hoc query examines whether EMN Member Countries are developing or considering initiatives to maintain and strengthen the connections between beneficiaries of temporary protection displaced from Ukraine and their country of origin. It aims to map projects that support continued engagement with Ukraine, including information provision to enable informed decisions about possible return. The query also explores whether such initiatives contribute to future recovery and sustainable reintegration.

Theme:
Temporary protection
Publication type:
Ad Hoc Queries
Keywords:
beneficiary of temporary protection
connection
Ukraine
reintegration

Vocational education and training of applicants and beneficiaries of international protection (EMN Inform)

28/11/2025

This EMN Inform provides an overview of how EMN Member and Observer Countries ensure access to vocational education and training (VET) for beneficiaries of international protection and applicants for international protection. It examines existing procedures, the incentive mechanisms used to encourage enrolment, and the main challenges and good practices identified across countries.

Theme:
Integration
International Protection
Publication type:
Informs
Keywords:
labour market integration
vocational education
vocational training
applicant for international protection
beneficiary of international protection

Ad Hoc Query on assessment of BoTP vulnerability for accommodation and social welfare provision

07/11/2025

This ad hoc query examines the approaches taken by EMN Member Countries regarding potential changes to support measures for beneficiaries of temporary protection (BoTPs) with respect to accommodation and social welfare. It examines whether changes were applied retroactively and whether different levels of support persist across groups. The query investigates the existence of differentiated support for vulnerable BoTPs and how vulnerability is defined and assessed. 

Theme:
Reception
Temporary protection
Publication type:
Ad Hoc Queries
Keywords:
beneficiary of temporary protection
vulnerability
accommodation
social benefits

Responsibilities and access to rights for beneficiaries of temporary protection (EMN-OECD Inform)

06/11/2025

This Inform provides an overview of national policy and legal changes from July 2023 to early 2025 concerning the responsibilities and access to rights of beneficiaries of temporary protection (BoTP) under Directive 2001/55/EC. It maps these changes, provides evidence for decisions on possible financial contributions from BoTP, and offers insights into national strategies after the expiration of temporary protection.

Theme:
Temporary protection
Publication type:
Informs
Keywords:
beneficiary of temporary protection
access to rights
employment
housing
education
health care
social assistance
accommodation

Language and literacy support measures for adult beneficiaries of international protection (EMN–OECD–Council of Europe Inform)

04/11/2025

This Inform offers a comprehensive overview of language and literacy support measures for adult beneficiaries of international protection (BIP) across Europe. It analyses how these measures are designed, implemented and quality-assured, how they address diverse literacy and learning needs, and maps good practices that facilitate integration into education, employment and society. 

Theme:
Integration
Publication type:
Informs
Keywords:
beneficiary of international protection
language learning
language course
literacy support

Ad Hoc Query on newly arrived third country nationals’ involvement in the host society in relation with their integration

20/10/2025

This ad hoc query explores the tailored measures implemented to enhance the involvement of newly arrived third-country nationals (TCNs) in the host society, in particular, the fields these measures cover, the level at which they take place, whether TCNs who are already more permanently settled can participate, and whether nationals can volunteer to support their implementation. It also examines whether these measures are compulsory for TCNs to validate their integration path, and what the consequences are in the event of non-compliance, notably regarding the right of residence.

Theme:
Integration
Publication type:
Ad Hoc Queries
Keywords:
newly arrived third country national
host society
integration policy
volunteer

Ad Hoc Query on incentives aiming at participation in integration activities

27/09/2025

This ad hoc query maps the use of positive and negative incentives to encourage participation of beneficiaries of international protection in civic integration activities or civic integration programmes across EMN Member and Observer Countries.

Theme:
Integration
Publication type:
Ad Hoc Queries
Keywords:
integration programme
integration exam
participation
incentive

Distribution of international protection accommodation centres and relationship management with local communities (EMN Inform)

26/09/2025

This Inform examines how international protection applicants and accommodation centres are distributed across 23 EMN Member Countries and Serbia, and how such policies are governed and managed. It compares approaches, criteria and mechanisms used by different countries, highlighting both challenges and good practices. The study also looks at how local communities and stakeholders are informed and engaged in the process. Finally, it identifies opportunities for further collaboration to support effective reception and integration.

Theme:
Integration
Reception
Publication type:
Informs
Keywords:
distribution
applicant for international protection
reception centre
local community
communication
funding
municipality

Ad Hoc Query on termination of temporary protection residence permit upon granting in another EU Member State

31/08/2025

This ad hoc query examines whether EMN Member and Observer countries allow the revocation of temporary protection residence permits when beneficiaries are granted temporary protection in another Member State under Article 8(1) of Directive 2001/55/EC. It seeks to identify the legal provisions governing such revocation or, where applicable, alternative approaches.

Theme:
Temporary protection
Publication type:
Ad Hoc Queries
Keywords:
temporary protection
residence permit
revocation
termination

Ad Hoc Query on support measures for beneficiaries of temporary protection

28/05/2025

This ad hoc query explores the types of support measures provided by EMN Member Countries to beneficiaries of temporary protection (BoTP), including accommodation, financial aid, administrative and logistical services, and medical care. It also examines the eligibility criteria for these measures, the differences from support offered to applicants for international protection (AIPs), and whether entitlements continue for BoTP who are employed. 

Theme:
Temporary protection
Publication type:
Ad Hoc Queries
Keywords:
beneficiary of temporary protection
support measures
accommodation
financial aid
medical care

Migrant Education Policy Index (SIRIUS - Migration Policy Group)

01/05/2025

The 2025 SIRIUS Migrant Education Policy Index introduces a novel framework for evaluating inclusive education policies across 15 EU Member States. Structured around seven key dimensions, the Index highlights existing disparities and effective practices in supporting migrant learners. It underscores the urgent need for systemic reforms to ensure equitable and high-quality education for all students, regardless of migration background. The report advocates for a learner-centred approach prioritising structural flexibility, cultural and linguistic inclusion, and coordinated policy interventions.

Theme:
Integration
Student Migration
Publication type:
Report
Keywords:
education policy
Migrant education
migrant student
undocumented student

Ad Hoc Query on access to education for migrant children

17/04/2025

This ad hoc query explores how EMN Member and Observer Countries support legally residing migrant children (third-country nationals) in adapting to the cultural environment of primary and secondary schools. It focuses on national measures, including language support, teacher training, targeted initiatives, and the use of specific educational tools. It also examines challenges, good practices, and whether countries monitor migrant children's academic performance.

 

Theme:
Integration
Vulnerable groups
Publication type:
Ad Hoc Queries
Keywords:
migrant child
school performance
adaptation
language learning

Ad Hoc Query on vocational education and training of applicants and beneficiaries of international protection

10/04/2025

This ad hoc query, which informed the preparation of an EMN Inform, collected information on how Member and Observer Countries organise vocational education and training (VET) for applicants and beneficiaries of international protection. It covers programme structures, admission conditions, support measures, incentives, obligations, and the recognition of prior skills, as well as good practices and key challenges in delivering VET.

Theme:
Integration
International Protection
Publication type:
Ad Hoc Queries
Keywords:
labour market integration
vocational education
vocational training
applicant for international protection
beneficiary of international protection

Ad Hoc Query on the role of the employer in the integration of employed third-country nationals

20/03/2025

This ad hoc query examines the initiatives in place across EMN Member and Observer Countries to encourage employers to participate in the integration of their employees.

Theme:
Integration
Publication type:
Ad Hoc Queries
Keywords:
foreign workers
language course
civic integration course

Ad Hoc Query on voluntary return of Ukrainian beneficiaries of temporary protection

07/03/2025

This ad hoc query examines the voluntary return procedures for Ukrainian nationals granted temporary protection in EU Member States, focusing on the support provided for their return and reintegration. The aim is to understand the various national approaches to facilitating voluntary returns, including whether reintegration assistance is offered and how these programmes are funded.

 

Theme:
Temporary protection
Return & Readmission
Publication type:
Ad Hoc Queries
Keywords:
beneficiary of temporary protection
voluntary return
reintegration
Ukraine

Improving the Economic Migration Framework to Attract and Retain Qualified Talent in Flanders (OECD)

01/03/2025

This report provides a diagnosis of the strengths and weaknesses of the Flemish framework for management of economic migration and recommendations for possible areas of reform. The report also presents some of the first empirical analyses of retention and outcomes of economic migrants in Flanders. 

Theme:
Integration
Economic migration
Publication type:
Report
Keywords:
talent attraction
talent retention
skilled workers
activation policy
single permit
posted worker
shortage occupation

Ad Hoc Query on a successful integration for the parents and a better support for their children’s education

19/12/2024

This ad hoc query examines the existence of national initiatives across EMN Member and Observer Countries to support parents of allophone children to navigate the schooling system in order to improve their children’s academic success and overall integration in their host society.

Theme:
Integration
Publication type:
Ad Hoc Queries
Keywords:
allophone child
parent
parental involvement
school

Application of the Temporary Protection Directive: challenges and good practices in 2023

26/11/2024

The European Migration Network (EMN) study looks at whether EMN Member Countries implemented any changes in the application of the Temporary Protection Directive (TPD) in 2023 (as compared to 2022) and also aims to identify continued challenges, as well as good practices.

Theme:
Temporary protection
Publication type:
Thematic Studies
Keywords:
Temporary Protection Directive
beneficiary of temporary protection
residence permit
access to rights
vulnerability

Implementation of measures for civic training as an important tool for integration of third-country nationals (EMN-OECD Inform)

04/10/2024

This inform provides information on civic training objectives and requirements for the integration of third-country nationals; identifies the competent authorities and allocation of costs; identifies the content of civic orientation or training courses and how they are implemented (i.e. modalities); and collects best practices of EMN Member and Observer Countries to provide useful insights into improving the implementation of different integration tools.

Theme:
Integration
Publication type:
Informs
Keywords:
civic integration programme
civic training
cost
effectiveness
access to equal opportunities

Practices and challenges in identifying victims of torture and ill-treatment in the context of international and temporary protection (EMN - Red Cross Inform)

16/09/2024

In collaboration with the Red Cross EU Office and the Swedish Red Cross, this Inform provides an overview of EMN Member and Observer Countries’ guidance and training on early detection and identification of presumed victims of torture or other forms of inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment in international protection procedures. It outlines procedural safeguards and guidance for asylum authorities when requesting medico-legal documentation in international protection applications, and it also details practices for identifying victims among beneficiaries of temporary protection to provide medical care, in line with the Temporary Protection Directive.

 

Theme:
Vulnerable groups
International Protection
Temporary protection
Publication type:
Informs
Keywords:
victim
torture
ill-treatment
applicant for international protection
beneficiary of temporary protection
Training
medico-legal documentation
mental health
credibility assessment

Ad Hoc Query on national statuses for persons fleeing the war in Ukraine

30/08/2024

This ad hoc query examines whether EMN Member Countries provide alternative legal statuses, aside from temporary protection, for persons fleeing the war in Ukraine within their national legislation and explores whether these statuses grant certain rights beyond temporary protection. Additionally, it considers whether EMN Member Countries have plans to create and offer beneficiaries of temporary protection a more permanent status, other than international protection, before the expiration of temporary protection.

Theme:
Temporary protection
Publication type:
Ad Hoc Queries
Keywords:
temporary protection
Ukraine
national status
residence permit

Ad Hoc Query on integration requirements prior to admission of third-country nationals for the purpose of residence

25/08/2024

This ad hoc query maps integration requirements for third-country nationals prior to the issuance of a residence permit. Where this requirement exists, details are given on the type of requirement, the purposes of stay to which the requirement applies, and whether certain nationalities are exempt from it.

Theme:
Integration
Migration
Publication type:
Ad Hoc Queries
Keywords:
Immigrant integration
language learning

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