EU new migration and asylum pact takes effect today (opens original article in a new tab)

The EU's new migration and asylum pact enters into force on June 12, 2026, introducing stricter border controls, faster processing, and digital tracking tools. Member states face varying levels of readiness to implement the policy, which aims to create a centralized framework for managing migration across the bloc.

• EU migration and asylum pact takes effect on June 12, 2026 with new border controls and faster processing
• Pact includes digital tracking tools and increased deportations as part of a decade-long policy overhaul
• Member states vary in readiness to implement the new rules, raising concerns about effectiveness
• Pact shifts from crisis management to centralized framework for handling migration