Overview
- Germany is placed in a risk category for 2026 and, by crediting past intake, can apply to avoid additional relocations and other solidarity contributions through the end of 2026, subject to approval by EU member states.
- Greece, Cyprus, Italy and Spain are formally deemed under migration pressure and eligible for solidarity support once the mechanism begins in June 2026, with detailed allocations now to be negotiated.
- The solidarity pool foresees at least 30,000 relocations per year, with alternative contributions allowed through funding, material aid or personnel support.
- Austria, Poland, Bulgaria, Czechia, Estonia and Croatia are classified as facing a pronounced migration situation and may request partial or full temporary relief from solidarity duties until end‑2026.
- Commissioner Magnus Brunner says irregular migration fell 35% over the past year and points to new border procedures, including accelerated screening in controlled facilities, as key elements of the reform.