EU Regulation on Cross-Border Protection of Adults

Summary

A proposal for an EU regulation to protect adults in cross-border situations, focusing on supported decision-making and mutual recognition of protective measures.
10 03.06.2026
Other
justice
civil law
human rights
social policy
administrative law
public administration

Key points

  • The regulation aims to protect adults who require support or safeguards in decision-making when moving across EU borders.
  • The framework prioritizes supported decision-making over substitute decision-making to respect individual autonomy.
  • A new European Certificate of Support and Representation will be created to allow representatives to prove their powers in other Member States.
  • Member States will be required to establish and maintain protection registers that are interconnected across the Union.
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