On 27 October 2026, the European Commission presented proposals to reinforce the mandate, operational capacity and resources of the European Border and Coast Guard Agency (Frontex). The proposed changes aim to strengthen the Agency’s support for Member States in managing the EU’s external borders, coordinating returns and responding to crisis situations. The Commission also proposed a separate Regulation to digitalise return, readmission and reintegration procedures. The proposals will now be examined by the European Parliament and the Council.