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eu-LISA has published its Single Programming Document for 2026–2028, following approval by the Agency’s Management Board on 19–20 November 2025.
The document sets out clear priorities to drive Europe’s border, migration and justice systems into their next phase of operational maturity and confirms the Agency’s central role in delivering secure, interoperable and resilient digital infrastructure across the EU.
Priorities for 2026: operational readiness and system evolution
The coming year marks a shift from building towards full operational consolidation. In 2026, eu-LISA will focus on:
Ensuring the stable, secure and uninterrupted operation of the EU’s large-scale IT systems, including SIS, VIS, Eurodac, EES, e-CODEX and ECRIS-RI.
Advancing the implementation of interoperability, enabling systems to exchange data efficiently and securely across Member States and agencies.
Supporting the entry into operation of new systems:
– New Eurodac, planned to go live in June 2026, with readiness checks, onboarding and transition support for Member States.
– ETIAS and ECRIS-TCN, including integration, governance, testing and operational assistance.Strengthening infrastructure, resilience and cybersecurity, ensuring continuity of service and security of data at scale.
Supporting Member States through operational assistance, readiness assessments, training and system transition activities.
These priorities build on recent milestones and reflect the Agency’s long-term mandate to ensure secure and efficient cooperation in the areas of border management, migration, asylum and justice.
Longer-term outlook: innovation, resilience and capability-building
For the wider planning period, the SPD prioritises the evolution and modernisation of existing systems, the development of research and innovation activities, capacity-building across Member States and continued emphasis on sound governance and efficient use of resources.
This approach further consolidates eu-LISA’s role in supporting secure and effective digital infrastructure for border management, migration and justice.
Looking ahead, the focus remains on maintaining reliable and resilient operations, strengthening cooperation with Member States and ensuring that Europe’s core information systems are prepared for future requirements. The SPD provides a structured framework that supports the EU’s broader objectives in security, mobility and digital policy.
About the SPD
The Single Programming Document sets the strategic, operational and resource planning framework for the Agency and provides a structured and transparent view of upcoming activities, investment priorities and key deliverables.
