Marc Sulon
- Head of Unit ‘Digital Schengen’
- European Commission – DG Migration and Home Affairs
Marc SULON is Head of Unit ‘Digital Schengen’ in DG Migration and Home Affairs (DG HOME), European Commission, since 2019. Before assuming this position, he was Head of Sector for ‘Smart Borders’ as of 2009.
Previously, he worked at the Joint Research Centre (JRC), the in-house science service of European Commission, where he implemented a project management system. He started at European Commission in 1994 after a first European experience as assistant of a Member of the European Parliament. He studied philosophy and logic at the University of Liège (Belgium).
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Digital Travel & Digital Borders
EES / ETIAS Update
Digital travel and the implementation of digital borders are revolutionizing the travel experience by streamlining processes and enhancing security for both travellers and border agencies. Initiatives such as trusted traveller programs allow pre-approved individuals to pass through border controls with minimal delays, thereby improving efficiency and convenience. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (USCBP) is advancing reciprocity measures to align its trusted traveller programs with those of other countries, ensuring a smoother experience for international travellers. Meanwhile, the European Union is enhancing its border management through systems like the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) and the Entry/Exit System (EES), which aim to strengthen security while facilitating mobility across member states.