The name FRONTEX is still hardly known. Even the new entry system into the Schengen area, ETIAS, is unlikely to change this. Travellers entering the Schengen area must present their passports to an official. This officer is employed by FRONTEX. Despite the low profile of FRONTEX, its importance will increase with the introduction of ETIAS.
FRONTEX prepares for new tasks
The task of FRONTEX (frontières extéruers) is to secure the external borders of the Schengen area. The introduction of ETIAS will not change this. Due to the increased control of the external borders, the staff will have significantly more tasks. Until now, travellers simply cross the border and show their passports. This only takes a few seconds. From ETIAS onwards, every document is checked. This is a responsible task that takes time. However, travellers should not have to wait any longer at the borders. This is only possible with more staff. So far, FRONTEX has around 1200 employees. This number is to increase to 10,000 by 2027.
These employees not only control the border, but also intervene immediately in the event of current threats. The border guards can consult the same databases that are accessed when applying for ETIAS.
The effort for more security is low
FRONTEX makes an important contribution to European security that cannot be overestimated. Travellers also have to make a contribution to security, but it is comparatively small. All they have to do is fill out the ETIAS application form and expect a somewhat closer check at the border.
It is important to fill out the application carefully so that there are no problems when entering the country. An incorrect passport number will invalidate ETIAS and the tourist will have to submit a new application at the border.
The form can only be filled out via the internet. Most people now have access and the appropriate terminal equipment. If the technical requirements are not met, the form can also be filled out by a close acquaintance, a relative or an agency.
FRONTEX border control also includes the possibility of turning away a traveller at the border despite having a valid ETIAS. This will not happen often, but if an officer has an urgent suspicion that the traveller could pose a threat to the internal security of the Schengen area, he will make use of it.
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The name FRONTEX is still hardly known. Even the new entry system into the Schengen area, ETIAS, is unlikely to change this. Travellers entering the Schengen area must present their passports to an official. This officer is employed by FRONTEX. Despite the low profile of FRONTEX, its importance will increase with the introduction of ETIAS.
FRONTEX prepares for new tasks
The task of FRONTEX (frontières extéruers) is to secure the external borders of the Schengen area. The introduction of ETIAS will not change this. Due to the increased control of the external borders, the staff will have significantly more tasks. Until now, travellers simply cross the border and show their passports. This only takes a few seconds. From ETIAS onwards, every document is checked. This is a responsible task that takes time. However, travellers should not have to wait any longer at the borders. This is only possible with more staff. So far, FRONTEX has around 1200 employees. This number is to increase to 10,000 by 2027.
These employees not only control the border, but also intervene immediately in the event of current threats. The border guards can consult the same databases that are accessed when applying for ETIAS.
The effort for more security is low
FRONTEX makes an important contribution to European security that cannot be overestimated. Travellers also have to make a contribution to security, but it is comparatively small. All they have to do is fill out the ETIAS application form and expect a somewhat closer check at the border.
It is important to fill out the application carefully so that there are no problems when entering the country. An incorrect passport number will invalidate ETIAS and the tourist will have to submit a new application at the border.
The form can only be filled out via the internet. Most people now have access and the appropriate terminal equipment. If the technical requirements are not met, the form can also be filled out by a close acquaintance, a relative or an agency.
FRONTEX border control also includes the possibility of turning away a traveller at the border despite having a valid ETIAS. This will not happen often, but if an officer has an urgent suspicion that the traveller could pose a threat to the internal security of the Schengen area, he will make use of it.