Debt is the main way traffickers keep control over their victims. Victims pay for their own documents, tickets, food, clothes, accommodation and even the drugs that they are forced to take. Seek help and visit the “Protection and Assistance” and “Country Information” sections to find organizations and emergency numbers that can help you. 

"Guaranteed visa and work permit”. Be wary of such advertisements. They can be deceitful. If the offer is too good to be true, you could be in danger. Report it!

Finding a job in another country is not easy. If you migrate irregularly, it is more likely that some employers will take advantage of your situation – paying you less and ignoring your rights as a worker.

Every migrant must enter a country through the migration posts authorized for such purposes. Find out more about the documents that you need to show at migration posts in the “Entry Requirements” section.

Remember: No one can force you to work or engage in activities against your will! Ask for help if you need it. Find out more in the "Protection and assistance" section.

To enter a country, it is necessary to do so through the authorized border posts and to have a valid passport or a visa if your nationality requires one. Visit the “Entry Requirements” section to find information on the documents that you need according to your country of destination.

Every migrant should only stay for the allowed amount of time in a foreign country and must not carry out any activities unless they have permission to do so. Find out more in the “Entry Requirements” section.

Remember that irregular migration routes are dangerous. You could face kidnapping and assault along your path. Seek information!

Every migrant must respect the laws of the country they are currently in.

If you are thinking about using a migrant smuggling network to cross into another country, think twice, don’t put yourself in danger.