Publications

Each year, since it assumed the operational management of SIS, eu-LISA publishes the list of competent authorities which are authorised to directly search the data contained in SIS as well as the list of National SIS Offices and SIRENE Bureaux. The present consolidated list is based on information communicated by Member States by 30 April 2024. The Schengen Information System

As part of its core activities, eu-LISA is responsible for developing, implementing and coordinating training activities on the technical use of the large-scale IT systems it operates – Eurodac, SIS, VIS – and those being developed – EES, ETIAS, ECRIS TCN and Interoperability - for IT experts and other law enforcement officials in the Member States that manage the IT

The factsheet provides an overview of the Eurodac’s central system technical functioning in 2023. It can be considered as the summary of the Annual Report.

This annual report comprises the technical functioning of the Eurodac central system in 2023. It covers the operational management activities carried out by eu-LISA, as well as an overview of statistical data generated at central level on the usage by Member States.

Throughout 2023, eu-LISA continued its efforts to contribute to a fully functioning and resilient Schengen area for the benefit of European citizens. Since all JHA systems managed by the Agency support the implementation of EU policies in the areas of border management, visas, migration and asylum, digitalisation, and contribute to combating organised crime and terrorism, their continued evolution and maintenance

In the last few years, the debate between data privacy and lawful interception (LI) has evolved into a more constructive discussion. While police and judicial authorities acting within their power can be prevented from accessing digital evidence by modern privacy-enhancing technologies like end-to-end encryption (E2EE) and Rich Communication Services (RCS) systems, different international initiatives are calling for a balanced approach

This comprehensive document provides an overview of the concerted efforts undertaken by the JHA agencies in response to the conflict in Ukraine. It encompasses a wide array of actions, including both individual initiatives tailored to each agency and collaborative endeavours across agencies. These agencies play a crucial role in implementing EU-level political decisions, aiding Member States and third countries, and

The SIS 2023 Statistics factsheet highlights the main results of the data found in the full statistical report for 2023 that can also be found on this website.

The SIS 2023 Statistics Report is an annual public statistical document, published by eu-LISA, presenting a collection of data received from Member States and Associated Countries connected to SIS, combined with data available from the Central SIS system, as per the legal instruments governing the system. This report is accompanied by a factsheet that can also be found on this