There are alarming reports from all over Kosovo of a steep increase of illegal emigrations out of Kosovo towards western countries during recent months. A large number of individuals and even entire families are reported to have migrated to western countries through illegal routes. Although Kosovo Albanians are also said to have been leaving Kosovo for Western Europe, Roma, Ashkali and Egyptian minority communities are particularly affected by this trend. These three communities are some of Kosovo’s most vulnerable, and the growing number of individuals and families leaving Kosovo represents a worrying trend that needs to be tackled immediately by Kosovo’s relevant institutions. This report brings together some statistical findings on the recent emigration wave, as well as the reported reasons for emigration and the emigration routes, in order to make short and long-term recommendations to the Kosovo government.