Tuesday, September 6, 2011

Moves towards a more efficient EU migration policy

A new directive, providing for a single permit for third-country nationals to reside and work in the EU will be adopted in the coming months. It will also offer a common set of rights that will put them on an equal footing with the nationals of the member state where they reside.This new directive envisages a "one-stop shop", one application for a single residence and work permit - a both simpler and faster procedure and an easier way to control the status of third-country immigrants.

The basic socio-economic rights which the directive guarantees third-country workers and which puts them on an equal footing with member state citizens concern minimum working conditions, recognition of diplomas and professional qualifications, tax benefits, trade union rights, and social security.

A single application for a single permit

A single application will be sufficient for a single residence and work permit. The application can be made by the third-country national or his/her employer. A decision on the application must be taken within four months.

If granted, the immigrant receives a combined residence and work permit. This gives him or her the right to enter and stay in the member state which issued the permit and carry out the activity authorized under the permit.

The duration of the permit and the conditions under which it is granted, renewed or cancelled, are decided by member states.

A negative decision must be communicated in writing, stating the reasons, and be open to legal challenge.

The directive will need to be transposed into national law within two years after its entry into force.

Source Press room - Council of the EU

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