Annotation: The level of irregular migration reached unexpected numbers over 2015 and 2016. Every year, thousands if irregular migrants are ordered to leave European Union’s Member States since their stay on the European soil is illegal. The author presents a short overview of some of available legislative Acts related to Return Policy of European Union. An effective Return Policy with necessary respect of Fundamental Rights is a key element for ensuring European standards. This paper introduces relevant definitions to better understand the policy on returns, best interest of child, non-refoulment principle as well as the main priority of Member States on voluntary returns. Forced returns should be used only in last resort.
Key words: European Union, Member State, returns, migration, immigration, third country national, illegal stay, irregular migration, voluntary return, removal, non-refoulment.