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2016/0173(NLE)EEuropean Parliament

Hague Convention (1980) on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction: accession of Korea, acceptance by certain Member States

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Last active 05 Oct 2016

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What this bill does

In plain terms: what it changes and who it affects.

This proposal lets EU countries accept Korea into the international child-abduction return system.

Who it affects

It affects children wrongfully taken to or kept in Korea or EU countries, and parents seeking their return or access rights.

Core of the proposal
  • Authorises Member States that have not yet done so to accept Korea’s accession.
  • Requires a standard declaration accepting Korea under the 1980 Hague Convention.
  • Member States must inform the Council and Commission after depositing the declaration.
  • Czech Republic, Ireland and Lithuania need not file new declarations.
Key provisions
Takes effect
The Decision enters into force the day after publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.

Latest update

26 May 2026

The most recent development in this bill's progress.

Moved to European Parliament

Documents

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SourcesOEIL