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Which information can I find in this subsection?

This subsection provides information on the integration of migrants in their host country for the following areas:

  • employment
  • education
  • social inclusion
  • housing
  • health
  • active citizenship

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Which indicators are used to monitor migrant integration and inclusion?

The set of indicators to measure migrant integration is originally based on the Zaragoza declaration, adopted in 2010 by the European ministerial conference on integration. This declaration identified a number of policy areas relevant for migrant integration and a set of common indicators for monitoring the situation of immigrants was agreed. For more information on the Zaragoza indicators, please see our page on methodology.

In addition, further indicators were identified and established as outlined in the report Using EU indicators of immigrant integration, published in 2013. Following this guidance, Eurostat progressively worked on identifying and publishing additional indicators in these areas based on available statistics.

Why are these statistics important?

The continued development and integration of the European migration policy remains a key priority of the European Commission to meet the challenges and harness the opportunities which migration represents globally.

The integration of third-country nationals legally living in the EU countries has gained increasing importance on the European agenda in recent years. As emphasised in the new pact on migration and asylum, a successful integration and inclusion policy is an essential part of a well-managed and effective migration and asylum policy. It is also essential for social cohesion and for a dynamic economy that works for all.

The action plan on integration and inclusion 2021-2027 promotes inclusion for all. It recognises the important contribution of migrants to the EU and addresses the barriers that can hinder participation and inclusion of people with a migrant background, from newcomers to citizens, in European society. It is built on the principle that inclusive integration requires efforts from both the person and the host community and includes new actions that build on the achievements of the previous action plan from 2016.