EU Expels Over 327,000 Migrants in First Nine Months of 2024
According to Schengen News, the European Union has issued over 327,000 expulsion measures for migrants in the first nine months of 2024, with a significant acceleration in the third quarter (112,335 expulsions).
Algerians Top the List of Expelled Nationals
Algerians account for 10% of expulsions, making them the most affected nationality, followed by Moroccans and Syrians (7%). This dominance reflects the strong presence of these communities within the EU and the active cooperation of their countries of origin to facilitate returns.
France Leads the Way in Expulsions
France stands out as the leading actor, with 30,800 expulsions in the third quarter, representing nearly a quarter of the European total. It surpasses Germany and Spain and also records the highest number of effective returns.
Complex Dynamics of Migration Relations Between EU and Maghreb Countries
Meanwhile, Moroccans form a significant community in France, with 1.5 million residents and over 700,000 having obtained French nationality before 2021. This complex dynamic highlights the strategic importance of migration relations between the EU and Maghreb countries.
