To learn more:
http://www.euroefe.com/1381_tus-derechos/
Did you know
that by simply having the nationality of a Member State of the European Union
you have also the European citizenship? European citizenship is a civilian
status, not replace, state citizenship, a European person has automatically.
Therefore, the sum always European citizenship, is added or complemented
nationality you have. This generates a series of rights and benefits for the
sake of being a European citizen. In short, if you are a citizen of an EU
Member State, congratulations! Already a citizen of the European Union. At
first glance, having European citizenship does not say much. However, many of
the natural procedures performed or we will have much to do with this freedom
but if we do not explain what we would not know that these rights have a direct
effect originating from the European Union.
You must know
that all European citizens are equal. Therefore, there is equal treatment. This
implies that nationality is not an exclusionary or discriminatory condition
that states can apply. For example, a student of German or Spanish in Germany,
should be irrelevant for the grant paid by the state (unless you travel, of
course). Therefore, we all have the same conditions as citizens in any Member
State of the European Union.
Among the many
advantages we have by having European citizenship, here we highlight some of
the most important:
-Exclusive
Rights
The rights
conferred by citizenship of the Union in accordance with the Treaties are:
-Right to move
and reside freely within the territory of the Member States.
-Right to perform
any job in the Member States except those reserved public sector, for security
reasons, to nationals.
-Right of
access to documents of the Parliament, the Council and the European Commission.
-Right to vote
and stand as candidates in elections to the European Parliament and in
municipal elections in the Member State of residence, under the same conditions
as nationals of that State.
-Right to
enjoy, in the territory of a third country not represented the Member State of
which they are nationals, protection of diplomatic and consular authorities of
any Member State.
-Right to
petition the European Parliament, to apply to the European Ombudsman, and to
address the institutions and advisory bodies of the Union in one of the
languages of the Treaties and to obtain a reply in the same language.
-Right of
initiative to ask the Commission to present a bill.
Rights for all
The Charter of
Fundamental Rights of the European Union stated in a single text the civil,
political, economic and social that are protected equally in all Member States.
In the EU are
also protected consumers, who enjoy specific rights. These rights are not
exclusive to European citizens, but extend to any person who performs a
commercial transaction in the EU, even online.
Find out about
consumer rights
Advantages of being European
Be a citizen of
the Union to offer, on the other hand, a number of advantages and facilities,
in some cases financial-in health, education, training, work and pensions.
For example,
the EU has adopted a directive establishing a system of mutual recognition of
university qualifications applicable to all races with a duration of three
years at least.
European
citizens traveling within the Union can obtain from the authorities of your
country have a European Health Insurance Card, which helps cover medical
expenses if you get sick in another country.
In addition...
1. If you
travel by the EU...
You are not
required to show any identification card at the border. However, we do need to
board transport and, above all, to identify in another state or in your own
state.
If you have
problems with your flight, you should know that you are entitled to
reimbursement or rerouting if you are denied boarding, over 5 hours late, or if
there is overbooking. Additionally, if you canceled the flight, you are denied
boarding or arrive with more than 3 hours late, you are entitled to financial
compensation in range 250 € and 600 € (depending on the Km).
Did you know
that you can travel with your pet freely throughout the EU with the only
requirement of having the passport of the animal? This passport is valid for
dogs, cats and ferrets. Passports are issued by veterinarians.
Finally, you
should know that there is no restriction to transport animals or dairy products
within the EU.
2. If you have European driving license...
If you are a
national of a Member State of the European Union (Spanish, for example), you
should know that driving license you can drive across the Union. Similarly,
both the vehicle insurance as part for claims is completely valid in all Member
States (obviously has to be in force).
For 6 months
you can drive your vehicle by another member state without having to pay any
tax or new registration. But, stay more than six months residence is understood
as what it does, then it should re-register the vehicle in the new state of
residence.
Also, thanks to
a European Directive, insurance companies can no longer discriminate between
man and woman when offering auto insurance.
3. If you are a
student...
For starters,
the equal treatment which involves initially talked, for example, that an
Italian resident in Finland has the same rights and duties as any other
Finnish. It is possible that a school can bring some kind of language test.
This is logical and consistent, however, the school also must have certain
exceptions: for example, if the Italian boy has the whole family working and
living in Finland seems logical that the Italian boy will have to enroll in
school.
If you're a
college student in another EU country, you pay the same rates as any national
of that State. This implies, for example, that an Englishman will not pay any
fees to enroll in a Masters in Sweden (since there is completely free
education). However, as in England, education is not free in its entirety, the
Swedish student must pay fees to any Englishman would pay to enroll in a
Masters in England. One of the exceptions that apply to students is that to get
scholarships or States' own subsistence, they must have lived at least 5 years
in the State where you are studying. However, many states have scholarships to
non-nationals, or both, the original State Student often offer scholarships for
out of state students.
One of the most
important benefits if you're a college student of the European Union, is the
ability to go from Erasmus to study or do internships. Receive EU subsidies,
and sometimes the member states themselves. Furthermore, recognition of college
credit is automatic and, why deny it, Erasmus is one of the best experiences that
a European citizen can have. Until the entry of the European Higher Education
Area (EHEA or Bologna Plan), the recognition of university degrees was not
automatic. Now, with this new model of higher education, ECTS credits are
common throughout the EU. This, in the future, not only should help increase
mobility but also automatically recognize qualifications throughout the EU.
If you are a
researcher, you are entitled to take advantage of emerging opportunities and
job training grants and scholarships funded by member countries but not a
resident or have another nationality.
4. If you want
to study or live in another EU country...
As a student,
worker or pensioner can live up to three months in another Member State without
notice. Passing these three months, you must register in the Register of the
State where you reside which issue a certificate. If more than 5 years lived
permanently in another Member State ... automatically would receive the right
to permanent residence.
May. Shopping
in the EU...
You must know
that any product you buy first hand any EU Member State and through any medium
has a two year warranty. This means that you are eligible for repair or
replacement of the defective product (or it does not correspond with
advertising) during these two years. And always the seller will be held
responsible. It is very important to note that this warranty is not replaceable
by any other that we may acquire additional warranty. Used products will have a
minimum of one year warranty.
The tax impact
on the state where you purchased the product. However, if you buy a vehicle you
should pay VAT in the State where you go to register the vehicle.
MAKE ENFORCE
YOUR RIGHTS. Currently, many companies and professionals that offer their
services in the EU discriminate against customers who live in another European
country. Some may continue to act in this way, even with the entry into force
of the new EU rules.
Your rights are
not respected when an online store does not sell a product, a supermarket
refuses to give the customer card or you're forced to pay more to book your
holiday simply because you live in another EU country.
If you decide
to buy online, phone, fax or mail, remember you have the right to receive all
information regarding the company and the product. There is also the so-called
right of withdrawal. This implies that a European citizen has 7 days to cancel
minimum purchase made with or without defects. Upon cancellation, the seller
must integrate the amount of the band plus shipping in full.
6. Your Health
in the EU ...
To stay in the
EU, the European Health Insurance Card will cover all possible expenses in case
of medical problems in the EU Member States. It is living proof of having a
valid insurance (in all EU countries, this right is automatic in the European
citizenship since health is universal in all EU Member States.). So, never
forget your card. The EHIC will guarantee a European citizen to receive the
same conditions as nationals of that other State in the EU.
