The execution phase of the project on Smart Borders Pilot has been initiated in Lisbon Airport. The first volunteering third-country nationals passed through the ABC gates on Sunday, 15 March, thus symbolizing the kick-off of this new phase. This action which will last until September 2015 had never been seen in Europe in the past.

As a reminder, Smart Borders is the European Commission initiative to manage EU external borders in a more efficient and modern way by using new and innovative technologies. This should improve the management of the external borders of the Schengen Member States, facilitate border crossings for pre-vetted third-country national frequent travelers, provide information on over-stayers and fight against irregular immigration.

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