Common system for the return of third-country nationals staying illegally in the Union (Return Regulation): Mandate for negotiations: adopted, 389 in favour, 206 against, 32 abstained.

European Parliament · 26 March 2026

Common system for the return of third-country nationals staying illegally in the Union (Return Regulation)

Mandate for negotiations

Adopted

This was a vote on opening negotiations with the Council, not on a final text.

389 in favour · 206 against · 32 abstained. 627 of 720 members voted; 93 did not.

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