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12
December
2025

EU accession to the European Convention on Human Rights - Questions and answers on legal and operational implications

As the EU prepares to join the European Convention Human Rights (ECHR), this report outlines the main changes that accession would bring, offering an overview of the legal and operational implications. Presented in a Q&A format, it provides answers to 19 key questions for legal professionals and a broader audience. It describes the steps needed to conclude accession, the expected benefits for protecting rights, and some of the challenges that may come up. This legal analysis contributes to the current discussions on EU accession.


Further resources


Resources on accession



Council of Europe list of documents and draft revised accession instruments