What to do if EU law is not being followed
If you believe EU law has been breached or your rights have not been respected, you can seek help at national or EU level, depending on the situation.
For help with your individual case, you can contact the relevant national authorities. If you believe an EU country is not complying with EU law, you can report it to the European Commission.
Explore the options below to find out more.
If you believe your rights under EU law have been breached, contact the relevant national authority to seek a solution.
People and businesses can reach out to the Commission for information and advice on EU rights.
You can submit a complaint to the Commission if you believe a Member State is failing to comply with EU law.
Information about your rights
Whether you're an EU citizen, live in an EU country or run a business in the EU, you have a range of rights under EU law.
If you have a problem exercising these rights, in most cases the best place to get help is from national authorities. In some cases, the EU can help both people and businesses by providing information and advice on EU rights. You can also reach out to the European Ombudsman if you believe you have been treated unfairly by an EU institution or body.