Keeping Europe safe through technology
Who we are?
eu-LISA is an EU Agency that develops and manages large
IT systems used by countries across Europe to support border management,
migration, security, visas, and judicial cooperation. Our work helps European
authorities share information securely and efficiently while supporting the
free movement of people within the Schengen Area.
What do we do?
Many of the systems used by border guards, visa authorities,
migration services, police authorities, and courts across Europe are managed by
eu-LISA, these systems help countries:
- Manage external EU borders,
- Process visa applications,
- Support asylum and migration procedures,
- Exchange information for law enforcement purposes,
- Improve cooperation between European countries,
Our Mission
Supporting EU Member States and their digitalization efforts in the EU's Justice and Home Affairs (JHA) domain, eu-LISA’s mission is to keep Europe safe through technology.
- To continue providing high-quality efficient services and solutions;
- To systematically align the capabilities of technology with the evolving needs of the EU and its Member States;
- To mature as a recognised and trusted partner in driving digital transformation in the Justice and Home Affairs domain.
- Accountability
- Transparency
- Excellence
- Continuity
- Teamwork
- Customer focus
- Headquarters in Tallinn, Estonia
- Operational site in Strasbourg, France
- Liaison Office in Brussels, Belgium
- Back-up site in Sankt Johann im Pongau, Austria
