The EMN Study 2011 on Visa Policy as Migration Channel analyses the possible nexus between visa policy and migration management. The study examines the effects of visa policy on the management of migration, both in terms of facilitating legal migration and preventing irregular migration. Moreover, the study generates evidence to support the effectiveness of different strategies to use visa policy to manage migration, including cooperation with third countries particularly concerning facilitation and bilateral/multilateral agreements, and highlighting best practice.
It is important to note that the comments of this Report refer to the situation in the above‑mentioned Member States up to and including 20112 and specifically the contributions from their EMN National Contact Points. More detailed information on the topics addressed here may be found in the available National Reports and one is strongly recommended to consult them also.