Institutions and Bodies of the European Union

Main Institutions

European Parliament

Represents EU citizens and is directly elected.

Council of the European Union

Represents member states and adopts legislation together with Parliament.

European Commission

Executive body that proposes legislation and ensures its implementation.

Court of Justice of the European Union

Ensures uniform interpretation of EU law.

European Central Bank

Manages the euro and monetary policy of the eurozone.

European Court of Auditors

Controls EU finances and the correct use of funds.

Important Agencies and Bodies

Europol

EU agency for police cooperation.

Eurostat

EU's statistical office.

EFSA

European Food Safety Authority.

ECHA

European Chemicals Agency.

EMA

European Medicines Agency.

Frontex

Agency for Border and Coast Guard.

Useful Resources

Official information about EU institutions

Official EU page about institutions and bodies.

EU Agencies and Bodies

Updated list of European Union agencies.