Long stay visas and Schengen Information System alerts

This procedure concerns the rules for long-stay visas and how alerts are managed within the Schengen Information System (SIS). It aims to ensure better cooperation and information sharing between member states regarding individuals seeking to enter or stay in the Schengen area.

It affects third-country nationals applying for long-stay visas and impacts border control authorities and national visa processing agencies. The goal is to enhance security and manage migration flows more effectively.