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IMPACT – MEDIUM
What is the change? The European Commission has proposed a package of reforms to move toward a “smart borders” system.
What does the change mean? The changes introduce stricter border checks, electronic tracking of non-EU nationals’ stays in the Schengen area and an electronic pre-authorization system for visa-waived nationals.
Key proposals:
Next steps: The European Parliament and the Council are now in the process of clarifying their positions on these proposals. Once they are finished, the proposals will go through a three-party procedure in which the European Commission, Parliament and Council negotiate with a goal of producing a mutually accepted regulation.
Analysis & Comments: An entry-exit system means that the authorities would be able to adequately monitor days spent in the Schengen area. It is likely that overstays would consequently be subject to sanctions and that return decisions or entry bans would be more easily enforced. It will be beneficial for frequent travelers to enroll in the registered travelers program, which allows them to electronically follow their days spent in the Schengen area and should facilitate, as well as speed up, the border crossing process. An extra administrative burden would be placed upon visa-exempt travelers, as they would need to be in possession of an ETIAS before travelling.
Source: Deloitte LLP. Deloitte LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England and Wales with registered number OC303675 and its registered office at 1 New Street Square, London EC4A 3HQ, United Kingdom.
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