Published today, the EMN’s Asylum and Migration Overview (AMO) 2024 presents key developments in asylum and migration policy across the EU and in each participating country.

The Belgian report presents key developments that took place in 2024, including political changes following the June elections and the appointment of a new Minister for Asylum and Migration in early 2025. It highlights labour migration laws adopted by federated entities during the year to simplify procedures and address labour shortages, a continued increase in applications for international protection amid reception capacity challenges, and ongoing support for over 92.000 beneficiaries of temporary protection from Ukraine. The report also notes that regional governments revised integration policies in 2024 to improve accessibility and early inclusion. Other developments observed during the year include preparations for EU border management systems, awareness-raising initiatives on the risks associated with irregular migration, and notable legal and operational changes related to the management of both voluntary and forced return procedures.

The European report outlines key developments across EMN Member and Observer Countries in 2024. It highlights that irregular migration into the EU decreased compared to 2023, particularly along the Central Mediterranean and Western Balkan routes. The report notes that several Member States adopted more restrictive asylum and migration policies during the year, citing concerns such as national security, misuse of migration channels, and pressure on reception and integration systems. Measures were taken in 2024 to improve the efficiency of asylum procedures and reorganise reception capacity. The report also details developments in EU legislation over the course of the year, including changes to border management through the revised Schengen Borders Code and the Screening Regulation, the recast Single Permit Directive, progress on Talent Partnerships, and the adoption of the revised Anti-Trafficking Directive. Additionally, it covers 2024 return and readmission efforts, addressing enforcement, operational cooperation, and support for voluntary return and sustainable reintegration.

A major innovation in 2024 is the launch of a new interactive version of the EU report. This web-based format summarises the main findings of the European Asylum and Migration Overview and includes interactive maps that allow users to click, compare and explore national data and trends. Each section provides clear instructions on how to navigate the content, making the tool accessible and user-friendly for both professionals and the general public.

This new format reflects EMN’s ongoing commitment to providing transparent and accessible information on asylum and migration. For further information, summaries and downloadable versions of both the Belgian and European reports are available on this page.