European Commission 8 October 2024, COMMISSION STAFF WORKING DOCUMENT IMPACT ASSESSMENT REPORT Accompanying the document Proposal for a REGULATION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL establishing an application for the electronic submission of travel data (“EU Digital Travel application”) and amending Regulations (EU) 2016/399 and (EU) 2018/1726 of the European Parliament and of the Council and Council Regulation (EC) No 2252/2004, as regards the use of digital travel credentials

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The document outlines the European Commission's proposal for a regulation aimed at establishing an electronic submission system for travel data, known as the EU Digital Travel application, to enhance the efficiency of border checks and facilitate travel for EU citizens and third country nationals. It addresses the challenges posed by increasing travel volumes and the need for improved security and data protection through the use of digital travel credentials (DTCs). The initiative is designed to streamline border management processes while ensuring high standards of privacy and security, aligning with broader EU digitalization strategies and existing regulations.AI