Chapitre III - UNITAR

and in the case of certain refugees and others in need of international
protection in order to help them to escape persecution or other serious
human rights violations.
b. Border Control
Border control is an important means to regulate the movement of people in
and out of territories, for reasons, among others, of economic stability, security,
public order and health. The challenge for policy makers is to develop
effective, efficient, fair and transparent border control procedures that are
consistent with international human rights, refugee protection and humanitarian
standards.
Effective practices with regard to border control:
Implementation of procedures that ensure fair and non-discriminatory
entry and exit procedures, and which avoid, with regard to the admission
of migrants, discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex and
disability.
Establishment of appropriate structures and mechanisms for the control
of borders ensuring well-functioning border crossing procedures,
including pre-screening of arriving persons, pre-reporting by carriers
of passengers who will be arriving, and use of modern technology
such as biometrics.
Exchange of information and cooperation among neighbouring States
to increase the efficiency of border control procedures and consideration
of the harmonization of border controls to avoid burden shifting.
Identification and promotion of full compliance with international
standards related to the issuance, information contained in, and
security control of travel documents, incorporating safeguards against
forgery.
Training of border officials on relevant national and international law
requirements.
Strengthening of cooperation in border management in order to combat
smuggling and trafficking.
Provision of assistance to migrants stranded or in danger.
c. Residence
Every State determines which non-nationals can reside in its territory and
under what conditions, subject to applicable international law requirements.
Entry and Stay
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