Latest programmes
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Same-sex marriage in the EU: can a Member State refuse to recognise it?
Within the European Union, each Member State remains free to decide whether or not to authorise same-sex marriage. However, crossing a border must not deprive citizens of the rights associated with a marriage that has been legally performed elsewhere. This is one of the rights guaranteed under the principle of free movement.
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Why does the Court work in 24 languages?
Multilingualism is a guarantee of equal access to justice. Alfredo Calot, Registrar of the Court, explains how the Court's unique approach to language helps ensure the uniform application of EU law.
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Explanation of the order in Republic of Poland v Council of the European Union
Provisional application of the EU-Mercosur Interim Trade Agreement --- Application for suspension of operation
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Do citizens have a right to know how the EU makes decisions?
How can we check that a European institution has used public funds correctly? How can we find out why it took a particular decision? Citizens' access to documents is enshrined in EU law, and the Court has gradually clarified the conditions under which this right applies. However, this right is not absolute and must be balanced against other interests: where disclosure could harm the EU's international relations or the proper functioning of the decision-making process, for example, certain information may remain confidential.
Judgments and Opinions
Delivery of Judgments and Opinions - 17/09/2026
C-836/24 P, C-139/25, C-223/25, C-437/25, C-438/24, C-444/25, C-657/24, C-721/24, C-722/24, C-876/24
Delivery of Judgments and Opinions - 10/09/2026
C-378/25, C-773/23 P, C-11/25, C-397/25, C-475/25, C-618/25, C-565/24 P, C-108/26 RX, C-167/26 RX, C-809/24, C-507/24 P, C-655/24, C-310/25, C-458/25, C-835/24 P, C-669/24, C-467/25 P, C-602/25, C-38/...
Delivery of Judgments and Opinions - 08/09/2026
C-298/23, C-163/24, C-293/24, C-454/24 P, C-705/24 P, C-529/24 P, C-536/24, C-537/24, C-585/24 P, C-671/24, C-271/25, C-334/25
Delivery of Judgments and Opinions - 03/09/2026
C-798/24, C-145/24 P, C-598/24, C-653/24, C-60/25, C-606/24, C-319/24 P, C-147/25, C-498/24 P, C-499/24 P, C-661/24, C-193/25, C-235/25, C-320/25, C-345/25, C-509/25, C-218/25, C-393/25, C-371/25, C-3...
Delivery of Judgments and Opinions - 16/07/2026
C-273/24, C-524/24, C-441/25, C-392/25, C-467/24, C-328/25, C-383/25, C-209/23
Judgment Sociedad Civil Catalana and Associació Catalana de Víctimes d’Organitzacions Terroristes explained
Management of public funds in the context of the movement for Catalan independence Compatibility of Organic Law on amnesty for institutional, political and social normalisation in Catalonia with EU la...
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Same-sex marriage in the EU: can a Member State refuse to recognise it?
Within the European Union, each Member State remains free to decide whether or not to authorise same-sex marriage. However, crossing a border must not deprive citizens of the rights associated with a ...
Do citizens have a right to know how the EU makes decisions?
How can we check that a European institution has used public funds correctly? How can we find out why it took a particular decision? Citizens' access to documents is enshrined in EU law, and the Court...
Who pays when a product is defective or dangerous?
An airbag that fails to deploy, the lining of an oven that comes loose, a faulty medical device. Who is responsible when a product is defective or poses a risk to consumer safety? Find out how to asse...
Open Court
Why does the Court work in 24 languages?
Multilingualism is a guarantee of equal access to justice. Alfredo Calot, Registrar of the Court, explains how the Court's unique approach to language helps ensure the uniform application of EU law.
Will AI replace judges and lawyers?
Judge Zilgalvis outlines the Court's AI Ethics Charter and how judges’ roles could evolve in a tech driven courtroom
What happens if a country violates the rule of law?
The rule of law is a multifaceted concept encompassing essential legal principles such as checks and balances, access to justice, legal certainty, and non-discrimination. With Judge Irmantas Jarukaiti...
Cour des citoyens
What are your rights when your holiday goes wrong?
Can you be compensated if your package holiday is ruined? Should you accept a voucher instead of a refund? Can you claim compensation for the loss of enjoyment of your holiday? Lawyer Lucrezia Colonna...
How can we protect our personal data?
First part – “The processing of personal data” is a phrase we hear frequently. But what data are we actually talking about? What exactly does “processing” mean? Second part – Joris Plingers, the Court...
Take a guided tour of the Court of Justice of the EU
Step inside the Court and discover its iconic buildings, from the Grand Salle and the Rocca Tower to its impressive law library. With our expert guides Isabelle Sardo and Anne Klapperstück, find out h...
Animations
Why does the Court of Justice of the EU Exist?
The Court of Justice of the European Union is the judicial body of the EU. Its role is to ensure that EU laws are respected by the EU’s institutions and Member States and applied in the same way throu...
What has the Court of Justice done for me?
In over 25,000 rulings to date, the Court of Justice of the European Union has given decisions on a wide variety of matters directly affecting EU citizens’ lives. Here we look at just a few instances ...
The Preliminary Ruling Procedure – A Dialogue with National Courts
References for preliminary rulings are a keystone of the EU’s legal system. With national courts applying EU law directly, this procedure allows them to check with the Court of Justice how laws should...
Events
The Human Compass: navigating the future through cyber awareness : Welcome remarks
Welcome remarks – Opening session - Raluca Peica, Director-General for Information, CJEU Keynote address - Maciej Szpunar, First Advocate General, CJEU
The Human Compass: navigating the future through cyber awareness 1
ECSM 2026 panel 1 High-Level Panel 1: Addressing current cybersecurity threats - Strategic perspectives
The Human Compass: navigating the future through cyber awareness 2
ECSM 2026 panel 2 High-Level Panel 2: Emerging cyber threats and current operational responses
Photos
The entrance hall
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Aerial view of the Palais surrounded by the Anneau
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The Grand Staircase - Salle des Pas Perdus
© European Union 2019
A hearing of the Court of Justice - Grand Chamber
© European Union 2025
The Grand Conference Room
© European Union 2018
The Members of the Court of Justice in 2024
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