The Dublin Agreement

The Dublin Agreement is an international treaty that determines how European countries share responsibility for examining asylum seekers. Its main goal is to prevent individuals from applying for asylum in multiple countries, ensuring that only the first country they enter handles their application. Typically, the country where the asylum seeker first arrives or is registered takes responsibility for their case. This cooperation helps streamline asylum processes, reduce fraud, and distribute the burden more fairly across participating nations. The Dublin Agreement is part of broader efforts to manage migration efficiently while respecting the rights of asylum seekers.