EMN Slovakia launched a series of questions regarding the implementation of the revised Blue Card Directive and, more specifically, the implementation of Article 13 of said Directive regarding recognition procedures for employers.

On 14 October 2026, the Belgian Chamber of Representatives’ Committee on the Interior approved in second reading a bill amending the Law of 15 December 1980 on access to the territory, residence, settlement and removal of foreign nationals. The bill aims to make Belgium more attractive to highly qualified workers from outside the EU while strengthening safeguards against abuse in labour migration. It also provides for enhanced protection for certain workers who are victims of serious social offences committed by their employers.