In 2025, the number of irregular border crossings at the European Union’s external borders reached a total of just over 178 000.
This study explores how Earth Observation (EO) technologies can help border and coast guard authorities see and understand what is happening at and beyond their borders. It describes the main EO sensors (including optical, radar, thermal and radio-frequency monitoring) and platforms (satellites, unmanned aerial vehicles and high-altitude platforms), and assesses their strengths and limitations for border work.
Frontex has published its Consolidated 2024 Annual Activity Report, outlining joint work with Member States to keep the EU’s external borders safe and well-functioning while strengthening governance, transparency and oversight.
A unique, pan-European Master’s programme in Strategic Border Management co-financed by Frontex and delivered by a prestigious consortium of European universities and academies. This student-centred programme will equip participants with operational and strategic skills to address real-world border security challenges.
Published in 2025, this Handbook offers practical guidance to EU Member States and Schengen-associated countries on how to prepare for and respond to crises at the external borders. It explains how to assess risks, design contingency plans, and put them into action, helping authorities strengthen coordination and ensure effective border management in emergency situations.
20 years ago, Frontex was appointed to supports EU Member States and Schengen-associated countries in the management of the external borders of the European Union.
The Frontex Research Grants Programme acts as a catalyst to foster innovation and improve border management capabilities across the European Union. Established to support cutting-edge research and development, the Programme aims to provide European border authorities with the solutions they need to address the evolving challenges at the borders.
2024 In Brief presents the highlights of 2024 and the main operational achievements, showing how Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, contributes to the well-functioning of the European Area of Freedom, Security and Justice.
The report covers the capabilities made available for deployment for the calendar year 2023.
2023 in brief presents the highlights of 2023 and the main operational achievements, showing how Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, contributes to the well-functioning of the European Area of Freedom, Security and Justice.
A strengthened European border and coast guard built on trust to protect and connect Europe.
An in-depth analysis of the migratory situation facing Europe and forecasting trends for 2024.
The recent threats and challenges at our external frontiers tested the European Border and Coast Guard community in 2022.
The year 2021 was a game-changer for Frontex and for the European Border and Coast Guard.
Training in Joint Operations Unit – Air Border Sector
In search of excellence : Frontex and the principle of best practice
