Is it possible to lay down a fixed minimum level of resources?
Member States cannot lay down a fixed amount to be regarded as “sufficient resources” , either directly or indirectly, below which the right of residence can be automatically refused. The authorities of the Member States must take into account the personal situation of the individual concerned. Resources from a third person must be accepted. National authorities can, when necessary, undertake checks as to the existence of the resources, their lawfulness, amount and availability. The resources do not have to be periodic and can be in the form of accumulated capital. In assessing whether an individual whose resources can no longer be regarded as sufficient and who was granted the minimum subsistence benefit is or has become an unreasonable burden, the authorities of the Member States must carry out a proportionality test. Can Member States fight against criminality effectively and respect the rules of the Directive? Yes. First and foremost, EU citizens who commit crimes in the host Membe
