Of the four freedoms of movement embraced in the single European market concept - capital, goods, services and persons - the latter lags far behind in the practical affairs of Member States. In fact, the restrictions on free movement of persons are among the most significant failures of European integration. This practice guide provides a detailed overview and analysis of all EC/EU laws on free movement of persons and European citizenship. It should help practitioners to interpret and apply appropriate legislation, directives, regulations and policy statements to remedy such situations as the following: transfer of unemployment benefits; timely recognition of qualification for employment; transfer of retirement benefits; age limits defining dependents; restrictions on family reunion rights; rights of third country nationals married to EU nationals; and persons dependent on social assistance.