The obligation to consult the Schengen Information Service during the processing of requests for long-stay visas is the same procedure as the one which already exists for nationals of third countries who are holders of residence permits.
Pikaajaliste viisade taotluste käsitlemisel on Schengeni infosüsteemiga konsulteerimise kohustus samasugune nagu juba kehtiv kord kolmandate riikide kodanike puhul, kellel on elamisluba.