Regulation (EC) No 2201/2003 (Brussels II bis)

Regulation (EC) No 2201/2003, known as Brussels II bis, is a European law that governs cross-border family law issues within the EU. It primarily deals with matters like child custody, visitation, and parental responsibility when families are in different EU countries. The regulation helps determine which country’s courts have authority, ensures consistent decisions across borders, and facilitates the enforcement of court rulings related to children. Its goal is to protect the child's best interests, promote legal certainty, and simplify legal procedures for families affected by cross-border issues within the European Union.