Integrated risk-based border control that mitigates public security risk, reduces false positives and strengthens privacy
The "Integrated risk-based border control" program, part of Horizon Europe, aims to enhance border security and efficiency across EU external borders. It seeks to develop innovative technological solutions that optimize border checks, reduce false positives, and strengthen privacy, while facilitating legitimate travel and combating illicit activities. This program emphasizes a coordinated approach, involving border and coast guard authorities, to foster a more secure and streamlined border management system within the Schengen area.
Who is Funded
This section outlines the eligibility criteria for participation in the funding program, focusing on the types of entities, the geographical scope, and the overarching objectives that projects must address to be considered for funding. The program primarily targets collaborative efforts between public authorities and other relevant organizations from EU Member States and Associated Countries to enhance border security.
What is Funded
This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and specific activities eligible for funding, alongside information on eligible costs and the developmental stage of supported innovations. The focus is on practical, deployable solutions that can significantly improve border management and security.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section provides a clear overview of the financial support mechanisms and expected scale of projects, including the type of financial instrument, the maximum funding available per project, and the overarching legal framework for financial management.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific criteria that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application process and project implementation. It covers legal, administrative, and ethical considerations, as well as collaboration and data handling protocols.
Application Procedure
This section outlines the procedural steps for applying to the funding program, including details on submission, evaluation, and how funding decisions are communicated to applicants.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that establish and govern the "Integrated risk-based border control" funding program, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its operational framework.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
5,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
Total Budget: 5,000,000 €; Annual Budget: 5,000,000 € (for 2024)
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
EU Member States and Associated Countries
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Other
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Commercialization, Implementation
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
European Border and Coast Guard Agency (Frontex), European Union Agency for the Operational Management of Large-Scale IT Systems in the Area of Freedom, Security and Justice (eu-LISA), Europol Innovation Lab.
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