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The second generation Schengen Information System (SIS II) enters into operation Tuesday, April 9. Photo by EPA/BGNES
The second generation Schengen Information System (SIS II) enters into operation Tuesday.
The SIS II aims to increase security and facilitate free movement within the Schengen area, the press office of the European Commission in Sofia informs.
The system allows for an easy exchange of information between national border control authorities, customs and police authorities on persons who may have been involved in a serious crime.
It also contains alerts on missing persons, in particular children, as well as information on certain property, such as banknotes, cars, vans, firearms and identity documents that may have been stolen, misappropriated or lost.
SIS II is the second generation of the Schengen Information System in operation since 1995 and has enhanced functionalities, such as the possibility to enter biometrics (fingerprints and photographs), new types of alerts (stolen aircrafts, boats, containers, means of payment), or the possibility to link different alerts (such as an alert on a person and a vehicle).
SIS II will also contain copies of European Arrest Warrants (EAW) attached directly to alerts for persons wanted for arrest, surrender or extradition, making it easier and quicker for the competent authorities to ensure the necessary follow-up.
Access to SIS II is limited to the national border control, police, customs, judicial, visa and vehicle registration authorities.
Anyone has the right to access data that is related to them and entered in the SIS II and can also request the competent national authority to correct or delete their personal information.
Everyone can also take action before a court, to access, correct, delete or obtain information or to obtain compensation in connection with an alert relating to them.
The National Supervisory Authorities and the European Data Protection Supervisor shall cooperate actively and ensure a coordinated supervision of SIS II.
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