- The new border post consists of a container in which new control equipment has been installed.
- The project is 75% co-financed by the European Union through the European Funds for Internal Security.
- The new facilities will improve border management and facilitate the management of migration flows.
Valencia, February 20, 2026– Valenciaport has launched the Ministry of the Interior’s border control support point, which has been set up in the port of Valencia. These facilities are co-financed by the European Union through the European Internal Security Fund (EISF) and seek to strengthen border security at the ports of Valencia and Sagunto.
The new facilities, with a budget of €584,767.59 (including VAT), are a further step in improving the management of external borders, as they facilitate the management of migration flows and prevent, detect, and investigate actions related to terrorism and other serious crimes.
This infrastructure features large windows, thermal insulation, lighting, furniture, and state-of-the-art technology for passport scanning and passenger service. In addition, the facility is equipped to operate efficiently in identity verification and immigration control procedures.
Its design ensures efficient and secure operation, allowing identity verification and control procedures to be carried out efficiently and with every guarantee.
The project involves the implementation of the Entry and Exit System (EES) and the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS). To this end, the acquisition of verification and monitoring tablets, as well as registration tablets, is planned.
The EES system allows for the recording of entry and exit data, as well as the refusal of access to third-country nationals crossing the external borders of Member States.
On the other hand, the ETIAS system is designed to assess whether the presence of these travelers poses a risk to public safety or health, and to manage travel authorization on that basis.
This project responds to the APV’s objective of actively collaborating with the Ministry of the Interior and European institutions to improve border controls. In addition, verification and supervision tablets will be incorporated, which will facilitate the work of control teams and increase efficiency in border information management.