Vulnerability and special needs
Principles and practices on family tracing in the EU+ and third countries
The Practical Guide on Family Tracing – 2nd edition supports EU+ countries in fulfilling their obligations to trace family members of unaccompanied children, in line with their best interests. It reflects the updated legal framework under the Pact on Migration and Asylum, including Article 22 of the asylum and migration management regulation, and aims to align existing practices with new standards.
This part provides comprehensive guidance on tracing family members — both within the EU+ and in third countries — for adult and child asylum seekers, without covering the decision-making process itself.