The European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX Kosovo) was launched in 2008 as the largest civilian Mission under the Common Security and Defence Policy of the European Union.
EULEX’s overall mission is to support selected rule of law institutions in Kosovo on their path towards increased effectiveness, sustainability, multi-ethnicity and accountability, free from political interference and in full compliance with international human rights standards and best European practices, through monitoring, mentoring and advising activities, and has limited executive functions.
EULEX’s current mandate has been launched to cover the period until 14 June 2027 based on Council Decision (CFSP) 2025/1161.
The Mission works within the framework of UN Security Council resolution 1244.
Head of Mission: Mr. Giovanni Pietro Barbano
EULEX is committed to fulfil its obligation to mainstream gender and human rights in all its activities, both within the Mission and while working with Kosovo institutions.
Mandate: until 14 June 2027
Head of Mission: Mr. Giovanni Pietro Barbano
Authorised strength: up to 396 Mission Members
Headquarters: Pristina, Kosovo
Legal Background: EU Joint Action of February 2008 and subsequent Council Decisions of June 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2025.
EULEX is supported by all 27 European Union Member States and five Contributing States (Canada, Norway, Switzerland, Türkiye, and the United States).
