Understanding Europe

The many different rules for migrants in Germany can get confusing
The lack of access to healthcare in France excludes the most vulnerable people from the health system, according to a report by Doctors of the World. On the front line: migrants, with and without papers. Photo credits: DoW / Olivier Papegnies - Huma Collective
A German policeman checking a passport | Photo: Imago/J. Gruber
Pregnant women are legally entitled to health care, even if they are in Germany 'illegally', but many put off seeking help.
Illegal work can be dangerous in many ways | Photo: Imago/Thomas Imo