Updated EUAA Country Guidance on Afghanistan confirms continuing international protection needs

News The EUAA has published the seventh update to its Country Guidance on Afghanistan, providing policymakers and practitioners in EU+ countries with a common analysis of the international protection needs of Afghan applicants. Endorsed by the EUAA Management Board, the ‘Country Guidance: Afghanistan (2026)’ is the first guidance document issued under the new Qualification Regulation which became applicable on 12 June 2026.