Reform of the Visa Information System (VIS)

Summary

The proposal reforms the Visa Information System (VIS) to include long-stay visas and residence permits, enhancing EU border security through better data sharing between systems.
10 11.09.2023
Other
criminal law
public safety
social policy
administrative law
public administration
information technology and data processing

Key points

  • The reform expands the scope of the Visa Information System to include long-stay visas and residence permits.
  • The system will use a centralized architecture with primary operations in France and backup operations in Austria to ensure reliability.
  • Biometric data collection for children will start at age six, with special protections and trained officials required.
  • The system will automatically check applicant data against other EU databases like SIS, EES, and ETIAS to identify security risks.

Speeches

12 Speeches in total

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10. Signing of acts adopted in accordance with the ordinary legislative procedure (Rule 79)
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10. Signing of acts adopted in accordance with the ordinary legislative procedure (Rule 79)
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