European Parliament to vote this week on ‘safe country’ rules that could reshape asylum processing in Belgium
MEPs will vote on 10 February on two regulations that let EU states fast-track or refuse asylum claims from people deemed to have come from ‘safe’ countries of origin or transit. Belgium – facing reception-capacity strains – plans an early pilot of the accelerated procedure, which could speed some decisions but also heighten rejection risks and litigation. Global employers should track how the new rules affect dependants and humanitarian transfers.
Feb 10, 2026
