### the personal interview shall be conducted in a language that the applicant understands or is reasonably supposed to understand and in which he or she is able to communicate . where necessary , member states shall have recourse to an interpreter who is able to ensure appropriate communication between the applicant and the person conducting the personal interview . ### the personal interview shall be conducted in a language that the applicant understands or is reasonably supposed to understand and in which he or she is able to communicate and , when the applicant is a minor , in a child - friendly manner . where necessary , member states shall have recourse to an interpreter who is able to ensure appropriate communication between the applicant and the person conducting the personal interview .


### for the costs to transfer an applicant to the member state of allocation , the benefitting member state shall be refunded by a lump sum of eur 500 for each person transferred pursuant to article 38 . this financial support shall be implemented by applying the procedures laid down in article 18 of regulation no 516 / 2014 . ### the costs to transfer an applicant to the member state of allocation by the european union agency for asylum shall be met by the general budget of the union and be refunded by a lump sum of eur 300 for each person transferred pursuant to article 38 .


### of the personal interview pursuant to article 7 and the obligation of submitting and substantiating information regarding the presence of family members , relatives or any other family relations in the member states , including the means by which the applicant can submit such information ; ### of the purpose of the personal interview pursuant to article 7 as well as what information the applicant will be asked to submit during the interview ;


### where no transfer decision referred to in paragraph 1 is taken , member states shall provide for an effective remedy before a court or tribunal , where the applicant claims that a family member or , in the case of unaccompanied minors , a relative is legally present in a member state other than the one which is examining his or her application for international protection , and considers therefore that other member state as member state responsible for examining the application . ### where no transfer decision referred to in paragraph 1 is taken , member states shall provide for an effective remedy before a court or tribunal , where the applicant claims that another member state is responsible for examining the application .


### the authorities referred to in paragraph 1 shall receive the necessary training with respect to the application of this regulation . ### the authorities referred to in paragraph 1 shall receive the necessary regular training with respect to the application of this regulation , including as regards the operating procedures for gathering relevant information and assessing the best interests of the child . member states shall ensure the availability of specially trained staff , or specialized support services for staff , dedicated to the assessment of the best interests of the child in cases involving unaccompanied minors .


### in order to guarantee effective protection of the rights of the persons concerned , legal safeguards and the right to an effective remedy in respect of decisions regarding transfers to the member state responsible should be established , in accordance , in particular , with article 47 of the charter of fundamental rights of the european union . an effective remedy should also be provided in situations when no transfer decision is taken but the applicant claims that another member state is responsible on the basis that he has a family member or , for unaccompanied minors , a relative in another member state . in order to ensure that international law is respected , an effective remedy against such decisions should cover both the examination of the application of this regulation and of the legal and factual situation in the member state to which the applicant is transferred . the scope of the effective remedy should be limited to an assessment of whether applicants ' fundamental rights to respect of family life , the rights of the child , or the prohibition of inhuman and degrading treatment risk to be infringed upon . ### in order to guarantee effective protection of the rights of the persons concerned , legal safeguards and the right to an effective remedy in respect of decisions regarding transfers to the member state responsible should be established , in accordance , in particular , with article 47 of the charter of fundamental rights of the european union . an effective remedy should also be provided in situations when no transfer decision is taken but the applicant claims that another member state is responsible on the basis that he has a family member or , for unaccompanied minors , a relative in another member state , provided that such a transfer is in the best interests of the child . in order to ensure that international law is respected , an effective remedy against such decisions should cover both the examination of the application of this regulation and of the legal and factual situation in the member state to which the applicant is transferred .


### the information referred to in paragraph 1 shall be provided in writing in a language that the applicant understands or is reasonably supposed to understand . member states shall use the common leaflet drawn up pursuant to paragraph 3 for that purpose . ### the information referred to in paragraph 1 shall be provided in writing in a language that the applicant understands , in a concise , transparent , intelligible and easily accessible form , using clear and plain language . with regard to minors and , in particular , to unaccompanied minors the information shall be provided in a child - friendly manner by appropriately trained staff . member states shall use the common information material drawn up pursuant to paragraph 3 for that purpose .


### where no member state responsible can be designated on the basis of the criteria listed in this regulation , the first member state in which the application for international protection was lodged shall be responsible for examining it . ### where no member state responsible can be designated on the basis of the criteria listed in this regulation , the member state responsible for examining the application for international protection shall be determined in accordance with the procedure laid down in article 24a .


### assuming responsibility by a member state for examining an application lodged with it in cases when such examination is not its responsibility under the criteria laid down in this regulation may undermine the effectiveness and sustainability of the system and should be exceptional . therefore , a member state should be able to derogate from the responsibility criteria only on humanitarian grounds , in particular for family reasons , before a member state responsible has been determined and examine an application for international protection lodged with it or with another member state , even if such examination is not its responsibility under the binding criteria laid down in this regulation . ### a member state should be able to derogate from the responsibility criteria and examine an application for international protection lodged with it or with another member state , even if such examination is not its responsibility under the binding criteria laid down in this regulation . in order to counter the phenomenon of secondary movements and encourage asylum seekers to apply promptly in the first member state of arrival , an applicant should be allowed to make a written , duly motivated request , in particular on the basis of his or her extended family , cultural or social ties or language skills which would facilitate his or her integration into a specific member state , for his or her application to be examined by the member state where the application was lodged , or for that member state to request another member state to assume responsibility .


### the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , draw up a common leaflet , as well as a specific leaflet for unaccompanied minors , containing at least the information referred to in paragraph 1 of this article . this common leaflet shall also include information regarding the application of regulation [ proposal for a regulation recasting regulation no 603 / 2013 ] and , in particular , the purpose for which the data of an applicant may be processed within eurodac . the common leaflet shall be established in such a manner as to enable member states to complete it with additional member state - specific information . those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 56 of this regulation . ### the european union agency for asylum shall , in close cooperation with the responsible national agencies , draw up common information material containing at least the information referred to in paragraph 1 of this article . that common information material shall also include information regarding the application of regulation [ proposal for a regulation recasting regulation no 603 / 2013 ] and , in particular , the purpose for which the data of an applicant may be processed within eurodac . the common information material shall be established in such a manner as to enable member states to complete it with additional member state - specific information . the european union agency for asylum shall create specific information material intended particularly for the following target groups : adult applicants ; unaccompanied minors ; accompanied minors . specific information material should be developed for cases where the corrective allocation mechanism applies and when the ordinary procedures under this regulation apply .


### each member state where an unaccompanied minor is obliged to be present shall ensure that a representative represents and / or assists the unaccompanied minor with respect to the relevant procedures provided for in this regulation . the representative shall have the qualifications and expertise to ensure that the best interests of the minor are taken into consideration during the procedures carried out under this regulation . such representative shall have access to the content of the relevant documents in the applicant’s file including the specific leaflet for unaccompanied minors . ### each member state where an unaccompanied minor is present shall ensure that a guardian represents and / or assists the unaccompanied minor with respect to all procedures provided for in this regulation . the guardian shall have the qualifications and expertise to ensure that the best interests of the minor are taken into consideration during the procedures carried out under this regulation . such a guardian shall have access to the content of the relevant documents in the applicant’s file including the specific information material for unaccompanied minors . the guardian shall be appointed as soon as possible , but at the latest within five days from the date of the making of the application .


### ‘ representative’ means a person or an organisation appointed by the competent bodies in order to assist and represent an unaccompanied minor in procedures provided for in this regulation with a view to ensuring the best interests of the child and exercising legal capacity for the minor where necessary . where an organisation is appointed as a representative , it shall designate a person responsible for carrying out its duties in respect of the minor , in accordance with this regulation ; ### ‘ guardian’ means a person as defined in article [ 4 ] of regulation no xxx / xxx [ procedures regulation ]


### the applicant shall submit as soon as possible and at the latest during the interview pursuant to article 7 , all the elements and information relevant for determining the member state responsible and cooperate with the competent authorities of the member states . ### the applicant shall submit as soon as possible all the available elements and information relevant for determining the member state responsible and cooperate with the competent authorities of the member states . the competent authorities shall take into account the elements and information relevant for determining the member state responsible only insofar as they have been submitted before the final decision determining the member state responsible .


### the member state conducting the personal interview shall make a written summary thereof which shall contain at least the main information supplied by the applicant at the interview . this summary may either take the form of a report or a standard form . the member state shall ensure that the applicant and / or the legal advisor or other counsellor who is representing the applicant have timely access to the summary . ### the member state conducting the personal interview shall make a written summary thereof which shall contain at least the main information supplied by the applicant at the interview . this summary may either take the form of a report or a standard form . the member state shall ensure that the applicant and / or the guardian , the legal advisor or counsellor who is representing the applicant have access to the summary as soon as possible after the interview , and in any case before a transfer decision is taken .


### in a situation referred to in point of paragraph 1 , the decision taken by the responsible authority of the member state responsible to reject the application shall no longer be subject to a remedy within the framework of chapter v of directive 2013 / 32 / eu . ### in a situation referred to in point of paragraph 1 , where the application has been rejected at first instance only , the member state responsible shall ensure that the person concerned has or has had the opportunity to seek an effective remedy pursuant to article 46 of directive 2013 / 32 / eu .


### in order to ensure full respect for the principle of family unity and for the best interests of the child , the existence of a relationship of dependency between an applicant and his or her child , sibling or parent on account of the applicant’s pregnancy or maternity , state of health or old age , should become a binding responsibility criterion . when the applicant is an unaccompanied minor , the presence of a family member or relative on the territory of another member state who can take care of him or her should also become a binding responsibility criterion . in order to discourage secondary movements of unaccompanied minors , which are not in their best interests , in the absence of a family member or a relative , the member state responsible should be that where the unaccompanied minor first has lodged his or her application for international protection , unless it is demonstrated that this would not be in the best interests of the child . before transferring an unaccompanied minor to another member state , the transferring member state should make sure that that member state will take all necessary and appropriate measures to ensure the adequate protection of the child , and in particular the prompt appointment of a representative or representatives tasked with safeguarding respect for all the rights to which they are entitled . any decision to transfer an unaccompanied minor should be preceded by an assessment of his / her best interests by staff with the necessary qualifications and expertise . ### in order to ensure full respect for the principle of family unity and for the best interests of the child , the existence of a relationship of dependency between an applicant and his or her child , sibling or parent on account of the applicant ' s pregnancy or maternity , state of health or old age , should become a binding responsibility criterion . when the applicant is an unaccompanied minor , the presence of a family member or relative on the territory of another member state who can take care of him or her should also become a binding responsibility criterion . in order to discourage secondary movements of unaccompanied minors , which are not in their best interests , in the absence of a family member or a relative , the member state responsible should be that where the unaccompanied minor first has lodged his or her application for international protection , unless it is demonstrated that this would not be in the best interests of the child . before transferring an unaccompanied minor to another member state , the transferring member state should make sure that that member state will take all necessary and appropriate measures to ensure the adequate protection of the child , and in particular the prompt appointment of a representative or representatives tasked with safeguarding respect for all the rights to which they are entitled . any decision to transfer an unaccompanied minor should be preceded by an assessment of his / her best interests by staff with the necessary qualifications and expertise . if for any reason the age of the applicant is not clearly over 18 years of age the member state have the full right to medically investigate the applicant to establish the age of the applicant .


### in order to ensure full respect for the principle of family unity and for the best interests of the child , the existence of a relationship of dependency between an applicant and his or her child , sibling or parent on account of the applicant’s pregnancy or maternity , state of health or old age , should become a binding responsibility criterion . when the applicant is an unaccompanied minor , the presence of a family member or relative on the territory of another member state who can take care of him or her should also become a binding responsibility criterion . in order to discourage secondary movements of unaccompanied minors , which are not in their best interests , in the absence of a family member or a relative , the member state responsible should be that where the unaccompanied minor first has lodged his or her application for international protection , unless it is demonstrated that this would not be in the best interests of the child . before transferring an unaccompanied minor to another member state , the transferring member state should make sure that that member state will take all necessary and appropriate measures to ensure the adequate protection of the child , and in particular the prompt appointment of a representative or representatives tasked with safeguarding respect for all the rights to which they are entitled . any decision to transfer an unaccompanied minor should be preceded by an assessment of his / her best interests by staff with the necessary qualifications and expertise . ### in order to ensure full respect for the principle of family unity and for the best interests of the child , the existence of a relationship of dependency between an applicant and his or her child , sibling or parent on account of the applicant’s pregnancy or maternity , state of health or old age , should become a binding responsibility criterion . when the applicant is an unaccompanied minor , the presence of a family member or relative on the territory of another member state who can take care of him or her should also become a binding responsibility criterion . before transferring an unaccompanied minor to another member state , the transferring member state should make sure that that member state will take all necessary and appropriate measures to ensure the adequate protection of the child , and in particular the prompt appointment of a guardian tasked with safeguarding respect for all the rights to which they are entitled . any decision to transfer an unaccompanied minor should be preceded by an assessment of his / her best interests by a multidisciplinary team with the necessary qualifications and expertise .


### member states shall provide for a period of 7 days after the notification of a transfer decision within which the person concerned may exercise his or her right to an effective remedy pursuant to paragraph 1 . ### member states shall provide for a reasonable period , of no less than 15 days , after the notification of a transfer decision within which the person concerned may exercise his or her right to an effective remedy pursuant to paragraph 1 .


### the member state in which an application for international protection is made and which is carrying out the process of determining the member state responsible may , at any time before a member state responsible has been determined , request another member state to take charge of an applicant in order to bring together any family relations , even where that other member state is not responsible under the criteria laid down in articles 10 to 13 and 18 . the persons concerned must express their consent in writing . ### the member state in which an application for international protection is lodged and which is carrying out the process of determining the member state responsible , or the member state responsible , may , at any time before a first decision regarding substance is taken , request another member state to take charge of an applicant in order to bring together any family relations , on humanitarian grounds based in particular on family , cultural or social ties or language skills which would facilitate his or her integration into that other member state , even where that other member state is not responsible under the criteria laid down in articles 10 to 13 and 18 . the persons concerned must express their consent in writing .


### where , on account of pregnancy , a new - born child , serious illness , severe disability or old age , an applicant is dependent on the assistance of his or her child , sibling or parent legally resident in one of the member states , or his or her child , sibling or parent legally resident in one of the member states is dependent on the assistance of the applicant , member states shall normally keep or bring together the applicant with that child , sibling or parent , provided that family ties existed in the country of origin , that the child , sibling or parent or the applicant is able to take care of the dependent person and that the persons concerned expressed their desire in writing . ### where , on account of pregnancy , a new - born child , serious illness , severe disability , severe trauma or old age , an applicant is dependent on the assistance of his or her child , sibling or parent legally resident in one of the member states , or his or her child , sibling or parent legally resident in one of the member states is dependent on the assistance of the applicant , member states shall normally keep or bring together the applicant with that child , sibling or parent , insofar as the family ties already existed before the applicant arrived on the territory of the member states , that the child , sibling or parent or the applicant is able to take care of the dependent person and that the persons concerned expressed their desire in writing .


### in the absence of a family member or a relative as referred to in paragraphs 2 and 3 , the member state responsible shall be that where the unaccompanied minor first has lodged his or her application for international protection , unless it is demonstrated that this is not in the best interests of the minor . ### in the absence of a family member or a relative as referred to in paragraphs 2 and 3 , the member state responsible shall be that where the unaccompanied minor is present , unless it is not in the best interests of the minor on the basis of the multidisciplinary best interests assessment conducted in accordance with article 8 . prior to such a determination the applicant shall be allowed to avail himself or herself of the procedures referred to in article 19 .


### where the outcome of the security verification confirms that the applicant may for serious reasons be considered a danger to the national security or public order , the benefitting member state of application shall be the member state responsible and shall examine the application in accelerated procedure pursuant to article 31 of directive 2013 / 32 / eu . ### where the outcome of the security verification confirms that the applicant may for serious reasons be considered a danger to the national security or public order , the benefitting member state of application shall be the member state responsible and may examine the application in accelerated procedure pursuant to article 31 of directive 2013 / 32 / eu .


### in order to facilitate the process of determining the member state responsible , the determining member state shall conduct a personal interview with the applicant , unless the applicant has absconded or the information provided by the applicant pursuant to article 4 is sufficient for determining the member state responsible . the interview shall also allow the proper understanding of the information supplied to the applicant in accordance with article 6 . ### in order to facilitate the process of determining the member state responsible , the determining member state shall conduct a personal interview with the applicant . the determining member state shall proactively ask questions on all aspects of the claim that would allow for the determination of the member state responsible . the interview shall also allow the proper understanding of the information supplied to the applicant in article 6 .


### the personal interview shall be conducted in a language that the applicant understands or is reasonably supposed to understand and in which he or she is able to communicate . where necessary , member states shall have recourse to an interpreter who is able to ensure appropriate communication between the applicant and the person conducting the personal interview . ### the personal interview shall be conducted in a language that the applicant understands and in which he or she is able to communicate . interviews with minors shall be conducted in a child - friendly manner in the presence of the guardian and , where applicable , the legal advisor or counsellor . where necessary , member states shall have recourse to a qualified interpreter who is able to ensure appropriate communication between the applicant and the person conducting the personal interview .


### the process of determining the member state responsible shall start as soon as an application for international protection is first lodged with a member state , provided that the member state of first application is not already the member state responsible pursuant to article 3 or . ### the process of determining the member state responsible shall start as soon as an application for international protection is first lodged with a member state , provided that the member state of first application is not already the member state responsible pursuant to article 3 .


### as soon as an application for international protection is lodged within the meaning of article 21 in a member state , its competent authorities shall inform the applicant of the application of this regulation and of the obligations set out in article 4 as well as the consequences of non - compliance set out in article 5 , and in particular : ### as soon as an application for international protection is registered within the meaning of article 27 [ proposal for the asylum procedures regulation ] in a member state , its competent authorities shall inform the applicant of the application of this regulation and in particular :


### before transferring an unaccompanied minor to the member state responsible or , where applicable , to the member state of allocation , the transferring member state shall make sure that the member state responsible or the member state of allocation takes the measures referred to in articles 14 and 24 of directive 2013 / 33 / eu and article 25 of directive 2013 / 32 / eu without delay . any decision to transfer an unaccompanied minor shall be preceded by an assessment of his / her best interests . the assessment shall be based on the factors listed in paragraph 3 . the assessment shall be done swiftly by staff with the qualifications and expertise to ensure that the best interests of the minor are taken into consideration . ### any decision on the member state responsible or , where applicable , on the member state of allocation concerning an unaccompanied minor shall be preceded by a multidisciplinary assessment of his / her best interests , carried out by the competent judicial or administrative authorities according to the national law of the member state . the assessment shall be based on the factors listed in paragraph 3 and the conclusions of the assessment on each of the factors shall be clearly stated in the decision on responsibility . the multidisciplinary assessment shall involve competent staff with expertise in child rights , psychology and development and shall involve , at a minimum , the minor ' s guardian and legal advisor or counsellor . before any transfer of an unaccompanied minor , the transferring member state shall make sure that the member state responsible or the member state of allocation takes the measures referred to in articles 14 and 24 of directive 2013 / 33 / eu and article 25 of directive 2013 / 32 / eu without delay .


### before transferring an unaccompanied minor to the member state responsible or , where applicable , to the member state of allocation , the transferring member state shall make sure that the member state responsible or the member state of allocation takes the measures referred to in articles 14 and 24 of directive 2013 / 33 / eu and article 25 of directive 2013 / 32 / eu without delay . any decision to transfer an unaccompanied minor shall be preceded by an assessment of his / her best interests . the assessment shall be based on the factors listed in paragraph 3 . the assessment shall be done swiftly by staff with the qualifications and expertise to ensure that the best interests of the minor are taken into consideration . ### before transferring an unaccompanied minor to the member state responsible or , where applicable , to the member state of allocation , the transferring member state shall make sure that the member state responsible or the member state of allocation takes the measures referred to in articles 14 and 24 of directive 2013 / 33 / eu and article 25 of directive 2013 / 32 / eu without delay . any decision to transfer an unaccompanied minor shall be preceded by an assessment of his / her best interests . the assessment shall be based on the factors listed in paragraph 3 and the conclusions of the assessment on each of the factors shall be clearly stated in the transfer decision . the assessment shall be done swiftly by a multidisciplinary team with the qualifications and expertise to ensure that the best interests of the minor are taken into consideration . the multidisciplinary assessment shall involve competent staff with expertise in rights of the child and child psychology and development and shall also include the guardian of the minor .


### in a situation referred to in point of paragraph 1 , the member state responsible shall examine or complete the examination of the application for international protection . ### in a situation referred to in point or of paragraph 1 , the member state responsible shall examine or complete the examination of the application for international protection .


### ‘ representative’ means a person or an organisation appointed by the competent bodies in order to assist and represent an unaccompanied minor in procedures provided for in this regulation with a view to ensuring the best interests of the child and exercising legal capacity for the minor where necessary . where an organisation is appointed as a representative , it shall designate a person responsible for carrying out its duties in respect of the minor , in accordance with this regulation ; ### ‘ guardian’ means a person as defined in article [ 4 ] of regulation no xxx / xxx [ procedures regulation ]


### for the purpose of applying article 10 , the member state where the unaccompanied minor lodged an application for international protection shall , as soon as possible , take appropriate action to identify the family members or relatives of the unaccompanied minor on the territory of member states , whilst protecting the best interests of the child . ### for the purpose of applying articles 10 and 19 , the member state where the unaccompanied minor made an application for international protection shall , as soon as possible , take appropriate action to identify the family members , relatives or any other family relations of the unaccompanied minor on the territory of member states , whilst protecting the best interests of the child .


### the costs necessary to transfer an applicant or another person as referred to in article 20 , or to the member state responsible shall be met by the transferring member state . ### the costs necessary to transfer an applicant or another person as referred to in article 20 , or to the member state responsible shall be met by the general budget of the union .


### continuity between the system for determining the member state responsible established by regulation no 604 / 2013 and the system established by this regulation should be ensured . similarly , consistency should be ensured between this regulation and regulation [ proposal for a regulation recasting regulation no 603 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council ] . ### continuity between the system for determining the member state responsible established by regulation no 604 / 2013 and the system established by this regulation should be ensured . similarly , consistency should be ensured between this regulation and regulation [ proposal for a regulation recasting regulation no 603 / 2013 of the european parliament and of the council ] . where the automated system for the registration and follow - up of applications , and for the allocation mechanism provided for in article 44 , has determined the member state of allocation , this information should be automatically entered in eurodac . it is therefore necessary to ensure the interoperability of the corrective mechanism central system and the eurodac central system .


### assuming responsibility by a member state for examining an application lodged with it in cases when such examination is not its responsibility under the criteria laid down in this regulation may undermine the effectiveness and sustainability of the system and should be exceptional . therefore , a member state should be able to derogate from the responsibility criteria only on humanitarian grounds , in particular for family reasons , before a member state responsible has been determined and examine an application for international protection lodged with it or with another member state , even if such examination is not its responsibility under the binding criteria laid down in this regulation . ### a member state should be able to derogate from the responsibility criteria and examine an application for international protection lodged with it or with another member state , even if such examination is not its responsibility under the binding criteria laid down in this regulation . in order to counter the phenomenon of secondary movements and encourage asylum seekers to apply promptly in the first member state of arrival , an applicant should be allowed to make a written , duly motivated request , in particular on the basis of his or her extended family , cultural or social ties or language skills which would facilitate his or her integration into a specific member state , for his or her application to be examined by the member state where the application was lodged , or for that member state to request another member state to assume responsibility .


### the european union agency for asylum should provide adequate support in the implementation of this regulation , in particular by establishing the reference key for the distribution of asylum seekers under the corrective allocation mechanism , and by adapting the figures underlying the reference key annually , as well as the reference key based on eurostat data . ### the european union agency for asylum should provide adequate support in the implementation of this regulation . nevertheless , member states should maintain the right to examine applications of individuals seeking international protection in their respective territories . the asylum agency should assist member states with eventual re - examinations through the provision of information material , which would be developed in close cooperation with the relevant authorities of the member states .


### the commission shall , by means of implementing acts , draw up a common leaflet , as well as a specific leaflet for unaccompanied minors , containing at least the information referred to in paragraph 1 of this article . this common leaflet shall also include information regarding the application of regulation [ proposal for a regulation recasting regulation no 603 / 2013 ] and , in particular , the purpose for which the data of an applicant may be processed within eurodac . the common leaflet shall be established in such a manner as to enable member states to complete it with additional member state - specific information . those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 56 of this regulation . ### the european union agency for asylum shall , in close cooperation with the responsible national agencies , draw up common information material containing at least the information referred to in paragraph 1 of this article . that common information material shall also include information regarding the application of regulation [ proposal for a regulation recasting regulation no 603 / 2013 ] and , in particular , the purpose for which the data of an applicant may be processed within eurodac . the common information material shall be established in such a manner as to enable member states to complete it with additional member state - specific information . the european union agency for asylum shall create specific information material intended particularly for the following target groups : adult applicants ; unaccompanied minors ; accompanied minors . specific information material should be developed for cases where the corrective allocation mechanism applies and when the ordinary procedures under this regulation apply .


### the member state in which an application for international protection is made and which is carrying out the process of determining the member state responsible may , at any time before a member state responsible has been determined , request another member state to take charge of an applicant in order to bring together any family relations , even where that other member state is not responsible under the criteria laid down in articles 10 to 13 and 18 . the persons concerned must express their consent in writing . ### the member state in which an application for international protection is lodged and which is carrying out the process of determining the member state responsible , or the member state responsible , may , at any time before a first decision regarding substance is taken , request another member state to take charge of an applicant in order to bring together any family relations , on humanitarian grounds based in particular on family , cultural or social ties or language skills which would facilitate his or her integration into that other member state , even where that other member state is not responsible under the criteria laid down in articles 10 to 13 and 18 . the persons concerned must express their consent in writing .


### when the allocation mechanism applies , the applicants who lodged their applications in the benefitting member state should be allocated to member states which are below their share of applications on the basis of the reference key as applied to those member states . appropriate rules should be provided for in cases where an applicant may for serious reasons be considered a danger to national security or public order , especially rules as regards the exchange of information between competent asylum authorities of member states . after the transfer , the member state of allocation should determine the member state responsible , and should become responsible for examining the application , unless the overriding responsible criteria , related in particular to the presence of family members , determine that a different member state should be responsible . ### appropriate rules should be provided for in cases where an applicant may for serious reasons be considered a danger to national security or public order , especially rules as regards the exchange of information between competent asylum authorities of member states .


### the examination procedure should be used for the adoption of a common leaflet on dublin / eurodac , as well as a specific leaflet for unaccompanied minors ; of a standard form for the exchange of relevant information on unaccompanied minors ; of uniform conditions for the consultation and exchange of information on minors and dependent persons ; of uniform conditions on the preparation and submission of take charge requests and take back notifications ; of two lists of relevant elements of proof and circumstantial evidence , and the periodical revision thereof ; of a laissez passer ; of uniform conditions for the consultation and exchange of information regarding transfers ; of a standard form for the exchange of data before a transfer ; of a common health certificate ; of uniform conditions and practical arrangements for the exchange of information on a person’s health data before a transfer , and of secure electronic transmission channels for the transmission of requests . ### the examination procedure should be used for the adoption of a standard form for the exchange of relevant information on unaccompanied minors ; of uniform conditions for the consultation and exchange of information on minors and dependent persons ; of uniform conditions on the preparation and submission of take charge requests and take back notifications ; of two lists of relevant elements of proof and circumstantial evidence , and the periodical revision thereof ; of a laissez passer ; of uniform conditions for the consultation and exchange of information regarding transfers ; of a standard form for the exchange of data before a transfer ; of a common health certificate ; of uniform conditions and practical arrangements for the exchange of information on a person’s health data before a transfer , and of secure electronic transmission channels for the transmission of requests .


### the applicant shall submit as soon as possible and at the latest during the interview pursuant to article 7 , all the elements and information relevant for determining the member state responsible and cooperate with the competent authorities of the member states . ### the applicant shall submit as soon as possible all the available elements and information relevant for determining the member state responsible and cooperate with the competent authorities of the member states . the competent authorities shall take into account the elements and information relevant for determining the member state responsible only insofar as they have been submitted before the final decision determining the member state responsible .


### in order to assess whether the corrective allocation mechanism in this regulation is meeting the objective of ensuring a fair sharing of responsibility between member states and of relieving disproportionate pressure on certain member states , the commission should review the functioning of the corrective allocation mechanism and in particular verify that the threshold for the triggering and cessation of the corrective allocation effectively ensures a fair sharing of responsibility between the member states and a swift access of applicants to procedures for granting international protection in situations when a member state is confronted with a disproportionate number of applications for international protection for which it is responsible under this regulation . ### in order to assess whether the corrective allocation mechanism in this regulation is meeting the objective of ensuring a fair sharing of responsibility between member states and of relieving disproportionate pressure on certain member states , the commission should review the functioning of the corrective allocation mechanism and in particular verify that the threshold for the triggering and cessation of the corrective allocation effectively ensures a fair sharing of responsibility between the member states and a swift access of applicants to procedures for granting international protection in situations when a member state is confronted with a disproportionate number of applications for international protection for which it is responsible under this regulation . in this regard , the commission should publish at regular intervals the number of applications for international protection received in each member state , including the positive response rate , the origin of the applicants and the processing time for each application .


### the member state conducting the personal interview shall make a written summary thereof which shall contain at least the main information supplied by the applicant at the interview . this summary may either take the form of a report or a standard form . the member state shall ensure that the applicant and / or the legal advisor or other counsellor who is representing the applicant have timely access to the summary . ### the member state conducting the personal interview shall make a written summary thereof which shall contain at least the main information supplied by the applicant at the interview . this summary may either take the form of a report or a standard form . the member state shall ensure that the applicant and / or the guardian , the legal advisor or counsellor who is representing the applicant have access to the summary as soon as possible after the interview , and in any case before a transfer decision is taken .


### the personal interview shall be conducted in a language that the applicant understands or is reasonably supposed to understand and in which he or she is able to communicate . where necessary , member states shall have recourse to an interpreter who is able to ensure appropriate communication between the applicant and the person conducting the personal interview . ### the personal interview shall be conducted in a language that the applicant understands and in which he or she is able to communicate . interviews with minors shall be conducted in a child - friendly manner in the presence of the guardian and , where applicable , the legal advisor or counsellor . where necessary , member states shall have recourse to a qualified interpreter who is able to ensure appropriate communication between the applicant and the person conducting the personal interview .


### each member state where an unaccompanied minor is obliged to be present shall ensure that a representative represents and / or assists the unaccompanied minor with respect to the relevant procedures provided for in this regulation . the representative shall have the qualifications and expertise to ensure that the best interests of the minor are taken into consideration during the procedures carried out under this regulation . such representative shall have access to the content of the relevant documents in the applicant’s file including the specific leaflet for unaccompanied minors . ### each member state where an unaccompanied minor is present shall ensure that a guardian represents and / or assists the unaccompanied minor with respect to all procedures provided for in this regulation . the guardian shall have the qualifications and expertise to ensure that the best interests of the minor are taken into consideration during the procedures carried out under this regulation . such a guardian shall have access to the content of the relevant documents in the applicant’s file including the specific information material for unaccompanied minors . the guardian shall be appointed as soon as possible , but at the latest within five days from the date of the making of the application .


### in order to guarantee effective protection of the rights of the persons concerned , legal safeguards and the right to an effective remedy in respect of decisions regarding transfers to the member state responsible should be established , in accordance , in particular , with article 47 of the charter of fundamental rights of the european union . an effective remedy should also be provided in situations when no transfer decision is taken but the applicant claims that another member state is responsible on the basis that he has a family member or , for unaccompanied minors , a relative in another member state . in order to ensure that international law is respected , an effective remedy against such decisions should cover both the examination of the application of this regulation and of the legal and factual situation in the member state to which the applicant is transferred . the scope of the effective remedy should be limited to an assessment of whether applicants ' fundamental rights to respect of family life , the rights of the child , or the prohibition of inhuman and degrading treatment risk to be infringed upon . ### in order to guarantee effective protection of the rights of the persons concerned , legal safeguards and the right to an effective remedy in respect of decisions regarding transfers to the member state responsible should be established , in accordance , in particular , with article 47 of the charter of fundamental rights of the european union . an effective remedy should also be provided in situations when no transfer decision is taken but the applicant claims that another member state is responsible on the basis that he has a family member or , for unaccompanied minors , a relative in another member state , provided that such a transfer is in the best interests of the child . in order to ensure that international law is respected , an effective remedy against such decisions should cover both the examination of the application of this regulation and of the legal and factual situation in the member state to which the applicant is transferred .


### where the transfer cannot be made pursuant to this paragraph to any member state designated on the basis of the criteria set out in chapter iii or to the first member state with which the application was lodged , the determining member state shall become the member state responsible . ### where the transfer cannot be made pursuant to this paragraph to any member state designated on the basis of the criteria set out in chapter iii or to the first member state with which the application was lodged , the member state responsible for examining the application for international protection shall be determined in accordance with the procedure laid down in article 24a .


### where it is impossible to transfer an applicant to the member state primarily designated as responsible because there are substantial grounds for believing that there are systemic flaws in the asylum procedure and in the reception conditions for applicants in that member state , resulting in a risk of inhuman or degrading treatment within the meaning of article 4 of the charter of fundamental ri ghts of the european union , the determining member state shall continue to examine the criteria set out in chapter iii in order to establish whether another member state can be designated as responsible . ### where it is impossible to transfer an applicant to the member state designated as responsible because there are substantial grounds for believing that the applicant would be subjected to a real risk of a serious violation of his or her fundamental rights , the determining member state shall continue to examine the criteria set out in chapter iii in order to establish whether another member state can be designated as responsible , provided that this does not prolong the procedure for an unreasonable length of time .


### in order to ensure that the aims of this regulation are achieved and obstacles to its application are prevented , in particular in order to avoid absconding and secondary movements between member states , it is necessary to establish clear obligations to be complied with by the applicant in the context of the procedure , of which he or she should be duly informed in a timely manner . violation of those legal obligations should lead to appropriate and proportionate procedural consequences for the applicant and to appropriate and proportionate consequences in terms of his or her reception conditions . in line with the charter of fundamental rights of the european union , the member state where such an applicant is present should in any case ensure that the immediate material needs of that person are covered . ### in order to ensure that the aims of this regulation are achieved and obstacles to its application are prevented , in particular in order to avoid absconding and secondary movements between member states , procedures should be put in place to ensure the cooperation of applicants and member states in order to remove the incentives for them to obstruct the working of this regulation . it is also necessary to establish clear obligations to be complied with by the applicant in the context of the procedure and to ensure that all applicants are appropriately informed of the application of this regulation . the support and protection of minors , in particular unaccompanied minors , should be strengthened .


### the european union agency for asylum should provide adequate support in the implementation of this regulation , in particular by establishing the reference key for the distribution of asylum seekers under the corrective allocation mechanism , and by adapting the figures underlying the reference key annually , as well as the reference key based on eurostat data . ### the european union agency for asylum should provide adequate support in the implementation of this regulation , in particular by establishing the reference key for the distribution of asylum seekers under the corrective allocation mechanism , and by adapting the figures underlying the reference key annually , as well as the reference key based on eurostat data . the asylum agency should also develop information material , in close cooperation with the relevant authorities of the member states . the asylum agency should gradually become responsible for the transfer of applicants for , or beneficiaries of , international protection under this regulation .


### proper registration of all asylum applications in the eu under a unique application number should help detect multiple applications and prevent irregular secondary movements and asylum shopping . an automated system should be established for the purpose of facilitating the application of this regulation . it should enable registration of asylum applications lodged in the eu , effective monitoring of the share of applications of each member state and a correct application of the corrective allocation mechanism . ### proper registration of all asylum applications in the eu under a unique application number should help detect multiple applications and prevent irregular secondary movements and asylum shopping . an automated system should be established for the purpose of facilitating the application of this regulation . it should enable registration of asylum applications lodged in the eu , effective monitoring of the share of applications of each member state and a correct application of the corrective allocation mechanism . in full respect of the purpose limitation principle the unique identifier should not , in any case , be used for purposes other than those described in this regulation .


### the costs necessary to transfer an applicant or another person as referred to in article 20 , or to the member state responsible shall be met by the transferring member state . ### the costs necessary to transfer an applicant or another person as referred to in article 20 to the member state responsible shall be met by the general budget of the union .


### in order to ensure full respect for the principle of family unity and for the best interests of the child , the existence of a relationship of dependency between an applicant and his or her child , sibling or parent on account of the applicant’s pregnancy or maternity , state of health or old age , should become a binding responsibility criterion . when the applicant is an unaccompanied minor , the presence of a family member or relative on the territory of another member state who can take care of him or her should also become a binding responsibility criterion . in order to discourage secondary movements of unaccompanied minors , which are not in their best interests , in the absence of a family member or a relative , the member state responsible should be that where the unaccompanied minor first has lodged his or her application for international protection , unless it is demonstrated that this would not be in the best interests of the child . before transferring an unaccompanied minor to another member state , the transferring member state should make sure that that member state will take all necessary and appropriate measures to ensure the adequate protection of the child , and in particular the prompt appointment of a representative or representatives tasked with safeguarding respect for all the rights to which they are entitled . any decision to transfer an unaccompanied minor should be preceded by an assessment of his / her best interests by staff with the necessary qualifications and expertise . ### in order to ensure full respect for the principle of family unity and for the best interests of the child , the existence of a relationship of dependency between an applicant and his or her child , sibling or parent on account of the applicant’s pregnancy or maternity , state of health or old age , should become a binding responsibility criterion . when the applicant is an unaccompanied minor , the presence of a family member or relative on the territory of another member state who can take care of him or her should also become a binding responsibility criterion . before transferring an unaccompanied minor to another member state , the transferring member state should make sure that that member state will take all necessary and appropriate measures to ensure the adequate protection of the child , and in particular the prompt appointment of a guardian tasked with safeguarding respect for all the rights to which they are entitled . any decision to transfer an unaccompanied minor should be preceded by an assessment of his / her best interests by a multidisciplinary team with the necessary qualifications and expertise .


### in order to ensure full respect for the principle of family unity and for the best interests of the child , the existence of a relationship of dependency between an applicant and his or her child , sibling or parent on account of the applicant’s pregnancy or maternity , state of health or old age , should become a binding responsibility criterion . when the applicant is an unaccompanied minor , the presence of a family member or relative on the territory of another member state who can take care of him or her should also become a binding responsibility criterion . in order to discourage secondary movements of unaccompanied minors , which are not in their best interests , in the absence of a family member or a relative , the member state responsible should be that where the unaccompanied minor first has lodged his or her application for international protection , unless it is demonstrated that this would not be in the best interests of the child . before transferring an unaccompanied minor to another member state , the transferring member state should make sure that that member state will take all necessary and appropriate measures to ensure the adequate protection of the child , and in particular the prompt appointment of a representative or representatives tasked with safeguarding respect for all the rights to which they are entitled . any decision to transfer an unaccompanied minor should be preceded by an assessment of his / her best interests by staff with the necessary qualifications and expertise . ### in order to ensure full respect for the principle of family unity and for the best interests of the child , the existence of a relationship of dependency between an applicant and his or her child , sibling or parent on account of the applicant ' s pregnancy or maternity , state of health or old age , should become a binding responsibility criterion . when the applicant is an unaccompanied minor , the presence of a family member or relative on the territory of another member state who can take care of him or her should also become a binding responsibility criterion , if this is in their best interests . in order to discourage secondary movements and unnecessary transfers of unaccompanied minors , which are not in their best interests , in the absence of a family member or a relative legally present in the territory of a member state , the member state responsible should be that in which the unaccompanied minor is present , provided that this is in the best interests of the minor . before transferring an unaccompanied minor to another member state , the transferring member state should make sure that that member state will take all necessary and appropriate measures to ensure the adequate protection of the child , and in particular the prompt appointment of a guardian tasked with safeguarding respect for all the rights to which they are entitled . any decision to transfer an unaccompanied minor should be preceded by a multidisciplinary assessment of his / her best interests by staff with the necessary qualifications and expertise , which shall involve his or her guardian and legal advisor or counsellor .


### notwithstanding the first subparagraph , in the case of a eurodac hit with data recorded pursuant to article 13 of regulation [ proposal for a regulation recasting regulation no 603 / 2013 ] or of a vis hit with data recorded pursuant to article 21 of regulation 767 / 2008 , the request shall be sent within two weeks of receiving that hit . ### notwithstanding the first subparagraph , in the case of a eurodac hit with data recorded pursuant to article 13 of regulation [ proposal for a regulation recasting regulation no 603 / 2013 ] or of a vis hit with data recorded pursuant to article 21 of regulation 767 / 2008 , the request shall be sent within one month of receiving that hit .


### in order to provide for supplementary rules , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission in respect of the identification of family members or relatives of an unaccompanied minor ; the criteria for establishing the existence of proven family links ; the criteria for assessing the capacity of a relative to take care of an unaccompanied minor , including where family members , siblings or relatives of the unaccompanied minor stay in more than one member state ; the elements for assessing a dependency link ; the criteria for assessing the capacity of a person to take care of a dependent person and the elements to be taken into account in order to assess the inability to travel for a significant period of time . in exercising its powers to adopt delegated acts , the commission shall not exceed the scope of the best interests of the child as provided for under article 8 of this regulation . it is of particular importance that the commission carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement on better law - making of 13 april 2016 . in particular , to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts , the european parliament and council receive all documents at the same time as member states ' experts , and their experts systematically have access to meetings of commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts . . ### in order to provide for supplementary rules , the power to adopt acts in accordance with article 290 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union should be delegated to the commission in respect of the periodicity and modalities for providing information to applicants on the status of the procedures under this regulation concerning them , the identification of family members , relatives or any other family relations of an unaccompanied minor ; the criteria for establishing the existence of proven family links ; the criteria for assessing the capacity of a relative to take care of an unaccompanied minor , including where family members , siblings or relatives of the unaccompanied minor stay in more than one member state ; the elements for assessing a dependency link ; the criteria for assessing the capacity of a person to take care of a dependent person ; and the elements to be taken into account in order to assess the inability to travel for a significant period of time . in exercising its powers to adopt delegated acts , the commission shall not exceed the scope of the best interests of the child as provided for under article 8 of this regulation . it is of particular importance that the commission carry out appropriate consultations during its preparatory work , including at expert level and that those consultations be conducted in accordance with the principles laid down in the interinstitutional agreement on better law - making of 13 april 2016 . in particular , to ensure equal participation in the preparation of delegated acts , the european parliament and council receive all documents at the same time as member states ' experts , and their experts systematically have access to meetings of commission expert groups dealing with the preparation of delegated acts .


### in order to ensure that the aims of this regulation are achieved and obstacles to its application are prevented , in particular in order to avoid absconding and secondary movements between member states , it is necessary to establish clear obligations to be complied with by the applicant in the context of the procedure , of which he or she should be duly informed in a timely manner . violation of those legal obligations should lead to appropriate and proportionate procedural consequences for the applicant and to appropriate and proportionate consequences in terms of his or her reception conditions . in line with the charter of fundamental rights of the european union , the member state where such an applicant is present should in any case ensure that the immediate material needs of that person are covered . ### in order to ensure that the aims of this regulation are achieved and obstacles to its application are prevented , in particular in order to avoid absconding and secondary movements between member states , it is necessary to establish clear obligations to be complied with by the applicant in the context of the procedure , of which he or she should be duly informed in a timely manner . violation of those legal obligations should lead to appropriate and proportionate procedural consequences for the applicant and to appropriate and proportionate consequences in terms of his or her reception conditions . in line with the charter of fundamental rights of the european union , the member state where such an applicant is present should in any case ensure that the immediate material needs of that person are covered . such restrictions in the reception conditions shall not apply to vulnerable groups , such as unaccompanied minors and families with children .


### each member state where an unaccompanied minor is obliged to be present shall ensure that a representative represents and / or assists the unaccompanied minor with respect to the relevant procedures provided for in this regulation . the representative shall have the qualifications and expertise to ensure that the best interests of the minor are taken into consideration during the procedures carried out under this regulation . such representative shall have access to the content of the relevant documents in the applicant’s file including the specific leaflet for unaccompanied minors . ### each member state where an unaccompanied minor is present shall ensure that a guardian represents and / or assists the unaccompanied minor with respect to all procedures provided for in this regulation . the guardian shall have the qualifications , expertise and independence to ensure that the best interests of the minor are taken into consideration during the procedures carried out under this regulation . such a guardian shall have access to the content of the relevant documents in the applicant ' s file including the specific information materials for unaccompanied minors . the guardian shall be appointed as soon as possible , but at the latest within five days from the making of the application .


### the processing together of the applications for international protection of the members of one family by a single member state makes it possible to ensure that the applications are examined thoroughly , the decisions taken in respect of them are consistent and the members of one family are not separated . ### the processing together of the applications for international protection of the members of one family by a single member state makes it possible to ensure that the applications are examined thoroughly , the decisions taken in respect of them are consistent and the members of one family are not separated . the processing together of the applications of a family is without prejudice to the right of an applicant to lodge an application individually .


### safety and security considerations , in particular where there is a risk of the minor being a victim of human trafficking ; ### safety and security considerations , in particular where there is a risk of the minor being a victim of any form of violence and exploitation , including trafficking in human beings ;


### the authorities referred to in paragraph 1 shall receive the necessary training with respect to the application of this regulation . ### the authorities referred to in paragraph 1 shall receive the necessary regular training with respect to the application of this regulation , including as regards the operating procedures for gathering relevant information and assessing the best interests of the child . member states shall ensure the availability of specially trained staff , or specialized support services for staff , dedicated to the assessment of the best interests of the child in cases involving unaccompanied minors .


### regulation no 604 / 2013 is repealed for the member states bound by this regulation as concerns their obligations in their relations between themselves . ### regulation no 604 / 2013 is repealed .


### ‘ representative’ means a person or an organisation appointed by the competent bodies in order to assist and represent an unaccompanied minor in procedures provided for in this regulation with a view to ensuring the best interests of the child and exercising legal capacity for the minor where necessary . where an organisation is appointed as a representative , it shall designate a person responsible for carrying out its duties in respect of the minor , in accordance with this regulation ; ### ‘ guardian’ means a person as defined in article [ 4 ] of regulation no xxx / xxx [ procedures regulation ]


### the member state conducting the personal interview shall make a written summary thereof which shall contain at least the main information supplied by the applicant at the interview . this summary may either take the form of a report or a standard form . the member state shall ensure that the applicant and / or the legal advisor or other counsellor who is representing the applicant have timely access to the summary . ### the member state conducting the personal interview shall make a written summary thereof which shall contain at least the main information supplied by the applicant at the interview . this summary may either take the form of a report or a standard form . the member state shall ensure that the applicant and / or the guardian , the legal advisor or counsellor who is representing the applicant have access to the summary as soon as possible after the interview , and in any case before a transfer decision is taken .


### where , on account of pregnancy , a new - born child , serious illness , severe disability or old age , an applicant is dependent on the assistance of his or her child , sibling or parent legally resident in one of the member states , or his or her child , sibling or parent legally resident in one of the member states is dependent on the assistance of the applicant , member states shall normally keep or bring together the applicant with that child , sibling or parent , provided that family ties existed in the country of origin , that the child , sibling or parent or the applicant is able to take care of the dependent person and that the persons concerned expressed their desire in writing . ### where , on account of pregnancy , a new - born child , serious illness , severe disability , severe trauma or old age , an applicant is dependent on the assistance of his or her child , sibling or parent legally resident in one of the member states , or his or her child , sibling or parent legally resident in one of the member states is dependent on the assistance of the applicant , member states shall normally keep or bring together the applicant with that child , sibling or parent , insofar as the family ties already existed before the applicant arrived on the territory of the member states , that the child , sibling or parent or the applicant is able to take care of the dependent person and that the persons concerned expressed their desire in writing .


### by way of derogation from article 3 and only as long as no member state has been determined as responsible , each member state may decide to examine an application for international protection lodged with it by a third - country national or a stateless person based on family grounds in relation to wider family not covered by article 2 , even if such examination is not its responsibility under the criteria laid down in this regulation . ### by way of derogation from article 3 , each member state may decide to examine an application for international protection lodged with it by a third - country national or a stateless person , even if such examination is not its responsibility under the criteria laid down in this regulation .


### in a situation referred to in article 20 , , or the member state where the person is present shall make a take back notification at the latest within two weeks after receiving the eurodac hit , and transfer that person to the member state responsible . ### in a situation referred to in article 20 , , or the member state where the person is present shall make a take back request at the latest within two weeks after receiving the eurodac hit , and transfer that person to the member state responsible .


### assuming responsibility by a member state for examining an application lodged with it in cases when such examination is not its responsibility under the criteria laid down in this regulation may undermine the effectiveness and sustainability of the system and should be exceptional . therefore , a member state should be able to derogate from the responsibility criteria only on humanitarian grounds , in particular for family reasons , before a member state responsible has been determined and examine an application for international protection lodged with it or with another member state , even if such examination is not its responsibility under the binding criteria laid down in this regulation . ### a member state should be able to derogate from the responsibility criteria and examine an application for international protection lodged with it or with another member state , even if such examination is not its responsibility under the binding criteria laid down in this regulation . in order to counter the phenomenon of secondary movements and encourage asylum seekers to apply promptly in the first member state of arrival , an applicant should be allowed to make a written , duly motivated request , in particular on the basis of his or her extended family , cultural or social ties or language skills which would facilitate his or her integration into a specific member state , for his or her application to be examined by the member state where the application was lodged , or for that member state to request another member state to assume responsibility .


### in the absence of a family member or a relative as referred to in paragraphs 2 and 3 , the member state responsible shall be that where the unaccompanied minor first has lodged his or her application for international protection , unless it is demonstrated that this is not in the best interests of the minor . ### in the absence of a family member or a relative as referred to in paragraphs 2 and 3 , the member state responsible shall be determined by the member state in which the applicant is present pursuant to the procedure in article 15 or , unless it is determined that this is not in the best interests of the minor . prior to such a determination the applicant shall be allowed to avail him or herself of the procedures referred to in article 19 .


### the applicant shall submit as soon as possible and at the latest during the interview pursuant to article 7 , all the elements and information relevant for determining the member state responsible and cooperate with the competent authorities of the member states . ### the applicant for international protection shall submit as soon as possible all the available elements and information relevant for determining the member state responsible and cooperate with the competent authorities of the member states . the competent authorities shall take into account the elements and information relevant for determining the member state responsible only insofar as they have been submitted before the final decision determining the member state responsible .


### from 1 january 2025 to 31 december 2029 by 15% ; ### from 1 january 2025 to 31 december 2029 by 25% ;


### in designing the incentive mechanism for the deployment of zero - emission heavy - duty vehicles , also smaller lorries , buses and coaches that are not subject to the co2 emission targets under this regulation should be included . these vehicles also have significant benefits in terms of helping to address air pollution problems in cities . however , it should be noted that zero - emission buses are already on the market and are incentivised through demand - side measures such as public procurement . in order to ensure that the incentives are well balanced between the different types of vehicles , the savings resulting from the zero - emission smaller lorries , buses and coaches should therefore also be subject to a cap . ### in designing the incentive mechanism for the deployment of zero - emission heavy - duty vehicles , also smaller lorries and other types of heavy duty vehicles that are not yet subject to the co2 emission targets under this regulation should be included . these vehicles also have significant benefits in terms of helping to address air pollution problems in cities .


### a zero - emission heavy - duty vehicle shall be counted as 2 vehicles ; ### a zero - emission heavy - duty vehicle shall be counted multiple times depending on its range : with a range of less than 100 km it shall be counted as 2 vehicles , with a range of more than 100 km , 200 km or 400 km it shall be counted as 3 , 4 or 5 vehicles respectively ;


### t = ∑ sg sharesg × mpwsg × × rco2sg ### t = zlev_benchmark_factor * ∑ sg sharesg × mpwsg × × rco2sg zlev_benchmark_factor is , unless this sum is larger than 1 . 05 or 0 . 95 in which case the zlev factor shall be set to 1 . 05 or 0 . 95 as the case may be . where , y is the share of zero - and low - emission vehicles in the manufacturer ' s fleet of newly registered heavy duty vehicles calculated as the total number of zero - and low - emission vehicles , where each of them is counted as zlev_specific in accordance with the formula below , divided by the total number of vehicles registered in the relevant calendar year zlev_specific = 1 - x is the benchmarked share of zero - and low - emissions heavy duty vehicles as set in annex i point 2 . 7 a


### liquefied natural gas is an available alternative fuel to diesel for heavy duty vehicles . the deployment of current and upcoming more innovative lng - based technologies will contribute to meeting the co2 emission targets in the short and medium term as the use of lng technologies leads to lower co2 emissions as compared to diesel vehicles . the co2 emission reduction potential of lng vehicles is already fully reflected in vecto . in addition , current lng technologies ensure a low level of air pollutant emissions such as nox and particulate matters . a sufficient minimum refuelling infrastructure is also in place and being further deployed as part of national policy frameworks for alternative fuel infrastructure . ### efficient , technology neutral and sufficient refuelling and recharging infrastructure should , in line with the ambitions of this regulation , be further deployed as part of national policy frameworks for alternative fuel infrastructure .


### a reduction target should be set for 2025 as a relative reduction based on the average co2 emissions of those heavy - duty vehicles in 2019 , reflecting the deployment of readily available cost - effective technologies for conventional vehicles . the 2030 target should be considered aspirational and the final target should be determined pursuant to a review to be carried out in 2022 as there are more uncertainties on the uptake of more advanced technologies which are not yet readily available . ### a reduction target should be set for 2025 as a relative reduction based on the average co2 emissions of those heavy - duty vehicles in 2019 , reflecting the deployment of readily available cost - effective technologies for conventional vehicles . a minimum reduction target should also be set for 2030 , pursuant to a review to be carried out in 2022 , that takes account of the fact that there are more uncertainties on the uptake of more advanced technologies which are not yet readily available .


### a low - emission heavy - duty vehicle shall be counted as up to 2 vehicles according to a function of its specific co2 emissions and the threshold emission level of 350 g co2 / km . ### a low - emission heavy - duty vehicle shall be counted as up to 2 vehicles according to a function of its specific co2emissions and the threshold emission level of 40 % below the reference value which derives from the 2019 baseline for each vehicle sub - group .


### contrary to cars and vans , zero - and low - emission heavy - duty vehicles are not yet available on the market , except for buses . a dedicated mechanism , in the form of super credits , should therefore be introduced to facilitate a smooth transition towards zero - emission mobility . this will provide incentives for the development and deployment on the union market of zero - and low - emission heavy - duty vehicles that would complement demand - side instruments , such as the clean vehicle directive 2009 / 33 / ec of the european parliament and of the council26 . _________________ 26 directive 2009 / 33 / ec of the european parliament and of the council of 23 april 2009 on the promotion of clean and energy - efficient road transport vehicles as amended by directive … / … / eu [ com 653 final ] . ### contrary to cars and vans , zero - and low - emission heavy - duty vehicles are not yet available on the market , except for buses . a dedicated mechanism of incentives , only for trucks not buses , with a specific calendar and a mandatory threshold sales target for zero - emission vehicles that truck makers must first achieve prior to any incentive , should therefore be introduced to facilitate the transition towards zero - emission mobility . this will promote the development and deployment on the union market of zero - and low - emission heavy - duty vehicles together with the demand - side instruments , such as the clean vehicle directive 2009 / 33 / ec of the european parliament and of the council26 . _________________ 26 directive 2009 / 33 / ec of the european parliament and of the council of 23 april 2009 on the promotion of clean and energy - efficient road transport vehicles as amended by directive … / … / eu [ com 653 final ] .


### by 31 december 2022 , the commission shall submit a report to the european parliament and the council on the effectiveness of this regulation , the co2 reduction target to be determined for 2030 pursuant to article 1 and the setting of co2 reduction targets to other types of heavy - duty vehicles including trailers . that report shall also include an assessment of the effectiveness of the modalities addressing , in particular , zero - and low - emission vehicles , notably buses taking into account the targets set out in directive 2009 / 33 / ec30 , and the co2 credit system and the appropriateness of prolonging the application of those modalities in 2030 and beyond and , where appropriate , be accompanied by a proposal for amending this regulation . _________________ 30 clean vehicle directive 2009 / 33 / ec as amended by directive … / … / eu ### by 31 december 2022 , the commission shall submit a report to the european parliament and the council on the effectiveness of this regulation , the co2 reduction target to be determined for 2030 pursuant to article 1 and the setting of co2 reduction targets to other types of heavy - duty vehicles including trailers . that report shall also include an assessment of the update of the vecto simulation tool , as well as the effectiveness of the modalities addressing , in particular , zero - and low - emission vehicles , notably buses taking into account the targets set out in directive 2009 / 33 / ec30 , and the co2 credit system and the appropriateness of prolonging the application of those modalities in 2030 and beyond and , where appropriate , be accompanied by a proposal for amending this regulation . _________________ 30 clean vehicle directive 2009 / 33 / ec as amended by directive … / … / eu


### it is essential for achieving the co2 reductions pursuant to this regulation that the co2 emissions of heavy - duty vehicles in use are in conformity with the values determined pursuant to regulation no 595 / 2009 and its implementing measures . it should therefore be possible for the commission to take into account , in the calculation of the average specific emissions of a manufacturer , any systematic non - conformity found by type approval authorities with regard to the co2 emissions of heavy - duty vehicles in use . ### it is essential for achieving the co2reductions pursuant to this regulation that the co2emissions of heavy - duty vehicles in use and on road are in conformity with the values determined pursuant to regulation no 595 / 2009 and its implementing measures . it should therefore be possible for the commission to take into account , in the calculation of the average specific emissions of a manufacturer , any systematic non - conformity found by type approval authorities with regard to the co2 emissions of heavy - duty vehicles in use and on road .


### ‘ low - emission heavy - duty vehicle’ means a heavy - duty vehicle , which is not a zero emission heavy - duty vehicle , with specific co2 emissions of less than 350 g co2 / km as determined pursuant to point 2 . 1 of annex i ; ### ‘ low - emission heavy - duty vehicle’ means a heavy - duty vehicle , which is not a zero emission heavy - duty vehicle , with specific co2 emissions of less than 40 % below the reference value which derives from the 2019 baseline for each vehicle sub - group ;


### the zero - and low - emission factor shall take into account the number and the co2 emissions of zero - and low - emission heavy - duty vehicles in the manufacturer’s fleet in a calendar year , including zero - emission vehicles of the categories referred to in the second sub - paragraph of article 2 , as well as zero - and low - emission vocational vehicles . ### as of 2030 , at least 30 % of each manufacturer ' s fleet of heavy duty vehicles shall consist of zero - emission and low - emission heavy duty vehicles . that benchmark shall be subject to the review to be carried out pursuant to article 13 .


### contrary to cars and vans , zero - and low - emission heavy - duty vehicles are not yet available on the market , except for buses . a dedicated mechanism , in the form of super credits , should therefore be introduced to facilitate a smooth transition towards zero - emission mobility . this will provide incentives for the development and deployment on the union market of zero - and low - emission heavy - duty vehicles that would complement demand - side instruments , such as the clean vehicle directive 2009 / 33 / ec of the european parliament and of the council26 . _________________ 26 directive 2009 / 33 / ec of the european parliament and of the council of 23 april 2009 on the promotion of clean and energy - efficient road transport vehicles as amended by directive … / … / eu [ com 653 final ] . ### in order to retain the union ' s global competitiveness and access to markets , to strengthen the technological and innovative leadership of the union ' s manufacturers and component suppliers , and to create investment certainty , a dedicated policy mechanism should be introduced to facilitate the transition towards zero - emission mobility . this crediting and debiting mechanism should be designed so as to promote the development and deployment on the union market of zero - and low - emission vehicles .


### by 31 december 2022 , the commission shall submit a report to the european parliament and the council on the effectiveness of this regulation , the co2 reduction target to be determined for 2030 pursuant to article 1 and the setting of co2 reduction targets to other types of heavy - duty vehicles including trailers . that report shall also include an assessment of the effectiveness of the modalities addressing , in particular , zero - and low - emission vehicles , notably buses taking into account the targets set out in directive 2009 / 33 / ec30 , and the co2 credit system and the appropriateness of prolonging the application of those modalities in 2030 and beyond and , where appropriate , be accompanied by a proposal for amending this regulation . _________________ 30 clean vehicle directive 2009 / 33 / ec as amended by directive … / … / eu ### by 31 december 2022 , the commission shall submit a report to the european parliament and the council on the effectiveness of this regulation , the co2 reduction target to be determined for 2030 pursuant to article 1 and the setting of co2 reduction targets to other types of heavy - duty vehicles including trailers . that report shall also include an assessment of the effectiveness of the modalities addressing , in particular , zero - and low - emission vehicles , notably buses taking into account the targets set out in directive 2009 / 33 / ec30 , and the co2 credit system and the appropriateness of prolonging the application of those modalities in 2030 and beyond . the report shall also assess different vehicle combinations beyond standard dimensions applicable to national transport , such as modular concepts and , where appropriate , be accompanied by a proposal for amending this regulation . _________________ 30 clean vehicle directive 2009 / 33 / ec as amended by directive … / … / eu


### for that purpose , the commission shall ensure the availability , from manufacturers or national authorities , as the case may be , of robust non - personal data on real - world co2 emissions and energy consumption of heavy - duty vehicles . ### for that purpose , the commission shall ensure the availability , including to third parties for the purpose of independent testing , from manufacturers or national authorities , as the case may be , of robust non - personal data on real - world co2 emissions and energy consumption of heavy - duty vehicles .


### to contribute to the development of projects of common interest relating to efficient and interconnected networks and infrastructure for smart , sustainable , inclusive , safe and secure mobility ; ### to contribute to the development of projects of common social and economic interest relating to efficient and interconnected networks and infrastructure for smart , sustainable , inclusive , safe and secure mobility ;


### reflecting the importance of tackling climate change in line with union’s commitments to implement the paris agreement , and the commitment to the united nations sustainable development goals , this regulation should therefore mainstream climate action and lead to the achievement of an overall target of 25% of the eu budget expenditures supporting climate objectives18 . actions under this programme are expected to contribute 60% of the overall financial envelope of the programme to climate objectives , based inter alia on the following rio markers : i . 100% for the expenditures relating to railway infrastructure , alternative fuels , clean urban transport , electricity transmission , electricity storage , smart grids , co2 transportation and renewable energy ; 40% for inland waterways and multimodal transport , and gas infrastructure – if enabling increased use of renewable hydrogen or bio - methane . relevant actions will be identified during the programmeʼs preparation and implementation , and reassessed in the context of the relevant evaluations and review processes . in order to prevent that infrastructure is vulnerable to potential long term climate change impacts and to ensure that the cost of greenhouse gas emissions arising from the project is included in the projectʼs economic evaluation , projects supported by the programme should be subject to climate proofing in accordance with guidance that should be developed by the commission coherently with the guidance developed for other programmes of the union where relevant . _________________ 18 com 321 , page 13 ### reflecting the importance of tackling climate change in line with the union’s commitments to implementing the paris agreement , and the commitment to the united nations sustainable development goals , this regulation should therefore mainstream climate action and lead to the achievement of an overall target of 25% of the eu budget expenditures supporting climate objectives18 . actions under this programme are expected to contribute 60% of the overall financial envelope of the programme to climate objectives , based inter alia on the following rio markers : i . 100% for the expenditures relating to railway infrastructure , alternative fuels , clean urban transport , electricity transmission , electricity storage , smart grids , co2 transportation and renewable energy ; 40% for inland waterways and multimodal transport , and gas infrastructure – if enabling increased use of renewable hydrogen or bio - methane . relevant actions will be identified during the programme ' s preparation and implementation , and reassessed in the context of the relevant evaluations and review processes . in order to prevent that infrastructure is vulnerable to potential long - term climate change impacts and to ensure that the cost of greenhouse gas emissions arising from the project is included in the project’s economic evaluation , projects supported by the programme should be subject to long - term climate proofing in accordance with guidance that should be developed by the commission in a manner consistent with the guidance developed for other programmes of the union where relevant . _________________ 18 com 321 , page 13


### unconnected territories in all areas of the union , including in central ones , represent bottlenecks and unexploited potential to the digital single market . in most rural and remote areas , high quality internet connectivity can play an essential role in preventing digital divide , isolation and depopulation by reducing the costs of delivery of both goods and services and partially compensating for remoteness . high quality internet connectivity is necessary for new economic opportunities such as precision farming or the development of a bio - economy in rural areas . the programme should contribute to providing all european households , rural or urban , with very high capacity fixed or wireless connectivity , focusing on those deployments for which a degree of market failure is observed and which can be addressed using low intensity grants . in doing so , the programme should aim at achieving a comprehensive coverage of households and territories , as gaps in an already covered area are uneconomic to address at a later stage . ### unconnected territories in all areas of the union , including in central ones , represent bottlenecks and unexploited potential to the digital single market . in most rural and remote areas , high - quality internet connectivity can play an essential role in preventing a digital divide , isolation and demographic problems , and in stimulating the economy , by reducing the costs of delivery of both goods and services and partially compensating for remoteness . high - quality internet connectivity is necessary for new economic opportunities such as precision farming or the development of a bio - economy in rural areas . the programme should contribute to providing all european households , rural or urban , with very high capacity fixed or wireless connectivity , focusing on those deployments for which a degree of market failure is observed and which can be addressed using low - intensity grants . in doing so , the programme should aim at achieving a comprehensive coverage of households and territories , as gaps in an already covered area are uneconomic to address at a later stage .