Uniform format for residence permits for third-country nationals

The Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs adopted the report by Jussi HALLA-AHO (ECR, FI) on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Council Regulation (EC)1030/2002 laying down a uniform format for residence permits for third-country nationals.

The committee recommended that the European Parliament adopt its position at first reading, taking over the Commission proposal.

The proposal seeks to update the Annex to provide for greater harmonisation. It aims to ensure a uniform design and certain standard security features, to which optional features can be added.

Such harmonisation of the residence permit shall help border guards and other relevant authorities to conduct their tasks and contribute to the security of EU citizens and legal residents.