The European Court of Auditors checks EU funds are collected and used correctly, and helps improve EU financial management. Find out more about its work.
It does not have legal powers, but works to improve the European Commission’s management
Discover the meaning behind the euro (€) symbol and name, and rules around its use
Coins have a common design on one side, and a country-specific design on the other
The European Data Protection Board ensures that EU countries consistently apply EU rules on data protection. Find out more about its work.
best practices with each other If you think your data has not been protected, you have
Travelling to or within the EU? Find out your rights, travel rules and what documents to take. Information on common visa policy.
Having abolished their internal borders, Schengen countries have also tightened controls
EU nationals working in the EU enjoy the same rights. Find out how taxation, benefits, job hunting and retirement work at EU level.
Retiring in another EU country How to apply for a state pension if you have worked
Find out more about Lithuania’s political system, economy and trade figures, its representation in the different EU institutions, and EU funding it receives.
Presidency of the Council of the EU The Council of the EU does not have a permanent
Find out more about Spain’s political system, economy and trade figures, its representation in the different EU institutions, and EU funding it receives.
Presidency of the Council of the EU The Council of the EU does not have a permanent
Find out more about Slovenia’s political system, economy and trade figures, its representation in the different EU institutions, and EU funding it receives.
Presidency of the Council of the EU The Council of the EU does not have a permanent
The European Investment Bank provides funding to projects that support EU objectives, most notably actions to mitigate climate change. Find out more.
The EIB and you If you run a business or work in the public sector and you have
Find out more about Czechia’s political system, economy and trade figures, its representation in the different EU institutions, and EU funding it receives.
Presidency of the Council of the EU The Council of the EU does not have a permanent
