Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in Civil or Commercial Matters: accession by the European Union
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With the European Parliament.
Last active 23 Jun 2022
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What this bill does
In plain terms: what it changes and who it affects.
The EU would join a treaty that makes foreign civil and commercial court judgments easier to recognize and enforce across countries.
Who it affects
People and businesses involved in cross-border disputes, especially those seeking to enforce a court judgment abroad. It also affects litigation, trade, investment, and mobility within the EU’s external relations.
Core of the proposal
- Approves EU accession to the Hague Judgments Convention.
- Applies to civil and commercial judgments only; excludes revenue, customs, and administrative matters.
- Recognition or enforcement may be refused only on Convention grounds.
- EU declares exclusive competence and excludes EU commercial leases of immovable property.
Latest update
10 Jul 2026The most recent development in this bill's progress.
European Parliament → European Parliament
European Parliament → European Parliament
Documents
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