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IT systems to fight crime and secure EU borders
Authorities across the EU share information through large-scale IT systems to protect citizens, fight crime, and secure borders.

EU visa policy
The EU has established a common visa policy for travelers transiting through or intending to stay for a short period in the Schengen area.

Update of EU fingerprinting database
By expanding the Eurodac database to collect more data and include more categories of migrants, the EU can better track irregular movements and monitor the paths of asylum seekers.

EU blue card: attracting talent
What is the EU blue card? Who is eligible? What are the rights of the blue card holders?

Security controls in the Schengen area
What are the border checks for travellers entering in and leaving the Schengen area? Discover it in our infographic.
