Fact check: Are well-paid jobs really that easy to find in the EU?
Are well-paid jobs in the EU really that easy and quick to find? Many smugglers will tell you they are. But evidence shows that this claim is misleading.
Understanding Europe
Fact check: Does being a minor guarantee you asylum in the EU?
'Being pregnant or a minor guarantees you asylum in the European Union.' This is a common myth told by smugglers to people who wish to reach the EU. InfoMigrants takes a look at the facts.
Fact check: How safe is the Mediterranean crossing?
A common myth told by migrant smugglers is that crossing the Mediterranean Sea is easy. Evidence shows that this is false. Here's a look at the facts.
Fact check: Three myths that migrant smugglers tell
Smugglers tell refugees and migrants lies and distorted versions of the truth to convince them to take dangerous irregular journeys to the European Union. The fact checking team debunks common claims.
Fact check: Does the EU prioritize Ukrainian refugees?
Organizations have criticized the EU for giving Ukrainian refugees preferential treatment over refugees from other countries. Are the accusations true?