Breaking Barriers: Though EU legislation requires Member States to recognise the rights of same-sex spouses to free movement, LGBTQIA+ couples may encounter obstacles in having their partnership and associated rights recognised in some European nations, while the civil status of transgender people may not be easily recognised across several Member States. In consideration of each Member State's individual constitutional character and state legislation, how can the EU secure the freedom of movement of diverse groups and support the right to private and family life?