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France Considers Immigration Freeze Amid Public Support

1/29/2026

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French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin proposed a two to three-year halt on legal immigration to address rising numbers and public demand.
An opinion poll found 67% of voters support the proposal.
Darmanin said a quota system would apply after the halt.
Spain plans to grant legal status to 500,000 undocumented migrants, contrasting with France.
EU Commissioner Magnus Brunner calls for stricter border control and deportations.

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French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin proposed a two to three-year halt on legal immigration to address rising numbers and public demand.
An opinion poll found 67% of voters support the proposal.
Darmanin said a quota system would apply after the halt.
Spain plans to grant legal status to 500,000 undocumented migrants, contrasting with France.
EU Commissioner Magnus Brunner calls for stricter border control and deportations.