Frontex Complaints Mechanism


How do I submit a complaint?

  • You must submit your complaint in writing.  You can use one of the following methods:
    • By using the online form.
    • Download and fill out the standard complaint form available here, in several languages.
    • Send an email to complaints@frontex.europa.eu
    • Write a letter to the Frontex Fundamental Rights Officer at: 
                      Frontex - European Border and Coast Guard Agency
                      Fundamental Rights Officer
                      Plac Europejski 6
                      00-844 Warsaw
                      Poland

  • You can submit your complaint in any language you prefer.
  • If you choose not to use our standard complaint form, please include the following information:
  • Your contact details
  • A detailed description of how your fundamental rights were violated.
  • What - Where - When it happened
  • Who was involved (e.g. name, clothing description, language spoken, physical appearance, what job or functions she/he had, etc.)
  • You can also send additional information or documents to support your complaint at any time. The Fundamental Rights Office may also contact you for further clarification or details. 
  • Remember, the most important thing is to provide a clear and detailed account of what happened.