Creating a Safe Country
Creating a Safe CountryA summary of the Internal Security Development Plan 2015–2020
Table of contents 3 Introduction 4 A safe community 8 Saving lives 12 Prompt emergency assistance 16 Adequate crisis management 20 Ensuring internal security 24 A united society 28 Reliableidentification 32 A secure state border 36 Summary
Creating a safe countryWe want Estonia to be a safe country so everyone can enjoy living here. We want less crime, fewer accidents and help to always be available for those in need. We want to see our customs, choices and values protected from potential threats. When communicating with the state, we value comfort, speed and security.
In Creating a Safe Country, we will present a summary of the main strands of Estonia’s Internal Security Development Plan 2015–2020. We want everyone in Estonia to know where we are heading and to be aware of their role in creating a safe country.This will make the lives of each one of us safer!
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A safe communityTogether we can make Estonia a safer place to live
1Careful and
caring people
2A safe
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3Public order
ensured
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Estonia has close to 1,000 assistant police officers. Their tasks include assisting police or border guard officers, patrolling, supervising traffic and teaching in schools.
Your home street runs straight to the shops. Even though there are speed bumps leading up to an intersection, some people still speed.
Every time you hear another speeder approaching, you grow restless. Your children play in the yard with the neighbours’ children. When the speeder is gone, you step outside to make sure that they did not cause an accident. Not this time, but in 15 or 30 minutes at the most, the speeder will drive back along the same road.What could you do?
• If the speeder is a neighbour, try talking to them. If the speeding keeps happening, raise the issue with the apartment association, community organisation or neighbourhood watch district.
• If you can describe the speeding vehicle, inform the police. It is always OK to call for help!
• Ifyouwanttocontributetoimprovingtrafficbehaviour,youcanparticipateintrafficsupervisionasanassistantpoliceofficer.
Careful and caring peopleWe want to live in a society where people are attentive and know how to prevent accidents, offences and crimes.
• We are stepping up cooperation aimed at the protection of children.
• We are teaching children and young people to avoid risky behaviour.
• We are adding safety and swimming training to general education.
• We are offering positive development opportunities and coping skills for youth at risk.
• We are informing people of the threats in their environ-ment.
• We are reducing the demand for drugs and combating drug crime.
Safety begins with the individual. Let’s prevent accidents and risky beha-viour among children and young people. Report any offence that you see. If you consider intervening safe enough, do so.
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A safe communityWe need every individual to participate in creating a safer community.
• We are cooperating with local governments to ensure the prompt resolution of minor offences, maintaining order and making people feel safe in their communities.
• We support the neighbourhood watch initiative and are setting up new neighbourhood watch areas.
• We support the efforts of the rescue and maritime rescue volunteersandassistantpoliceofficersandpromotetheir participation in prevention.
We provide everything necessary to ensure safety for the community. You can also contribute to creating a safe living environment by participating in the activities of your apartment, village or neighbourhood association.
Public order ensuredWe want to live in a safe society where the authorities and local governments cooperate smoothly and are clear about their role in ensuring safety.
• We help people feel secure by offering reliable police, border guard and rescue services.
• Where possible, we involve security companies and local governments in ensuring public order.
• We are replacing paper procedures with modern technology.• We assist where necessary and if needed, intervene resolutely.
We are constantly improving the services for ensuring public order. Be sure to alert us of any offences and crimes!
For more information, see the Internal Security Development Plan chapter – “Safer communities”.
Observe and take action!Together we can make Estonia a safer place to live!
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We are constantly improving the services for ensuring public order. Be sure to alert us of any offences or crimes!
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1̃000An assistant police officer bears the same equipment as a police officer, only the insignia are those of an assistant police officer. This is our ideal goal. There are about 4,000 police officers and 1,000 assistant police officers.
Põlva County has the most assistant police officers, with one per 596 people. The need for additional assistant police officers is the greatest in Ida-Viru, Viljandi and Pärnu Counties.
ABIPOLITSEIEVERY FIFTH POLICE OFFICER IS A VOLUNTEER ASSISTANT POLICE OFFICER
VOLUNTEER ASSISTANT POLICE OFFICERS
ASSISTANT POLICE OFFICERSPER PERSON
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Saving livesEstonia has reliable rescue services
1Rescuers arrive
quickly everywhere in Estonia
2Rescue teams have modern
technology and equipment
3Rescue and
maritime rescue volunteers
help us respond quickly
Three pillars of saving lives
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Ensuring rescue capabilities means that all Estonian people and institutions, rescuers and police officers prevent accidents, act quickly and respond appropriately.
Every spring, rescuers issue warnings in the media urging people to keep away from fragile ice. Despite this, preventable accidents still happen
ontheiceinspringtime.Ifyouspotafishermanventuringontotheiceinspring after you have heard on the radio that it is forbidden to do so, warn him. If you have already done it or are planning to, congratulations – you just saved a life! If you notice someone in potential danger, warn them!Readontofindoutwhatthestatedoestosavelivesandhowyoucancontribute.
Rescuers arrive quickly everywhere in EstoniaRescuers must arrive at the scene quickly everywhere in Estonia, as the main aim of rescue capability is to save lives.
• We are creating a flexible rescue network to keep up with people’s residence preferences and habits.
• We are increasing the numbers of rescuers in places where people’s lives and health are at greater risk.
• We are concentrating on prevention and stepping up volunteer involvement in rescue work.
We make sure that help arrives as quickly as possible. If you spot a threat, warn others and help rescuers to arrive quickly!
Rescue teams have modern technology and equipmentAll rescue units must have good equipment and modern training, as saving lives depends on access to appropriate technology and the work of dedicated rescuers.
• We are updating rescue technology and equipment according to regional needs.
• We are updating the rescue volunteer training system.• We are cooperating with Estonian authorities and com-
panies and with neighbouring countries and international organisations in rescue efforts requiring special techno-logy and equipment.
We provide the rescuers with the right working conditions and equipment. Your task is to prevent threats at home and at work!
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Rescue and maritime rescue volunteers support the state in responding
We need more rescue volunteers assisting professionals in order to step up rescue efforts.
• We are expanding volunteer involvement options and providing equipment to volunteers.
• We are involving more rescue volunteers in assisting professional rescuers.
We are providing equipment to rescue volunteers in order to step up rescue work everywhere. We invite you to consider joining rescue volunteers!
For more information, see the Internal Security Development Plan chapter – “Ensuring efficient rescue capabilities”.
Warn others of any threats and consider joining the rescue volunteers.We can save more lives together.
Estonia has more than 2,000 dedicated rescue and maritime rescue volunteers. Rescue volunteers assist professionals in responding to fires and other incidents.
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Volunteer rescuers assist professional rescuers at fires and other instances where rescue assistance is needed. Maritime rescuers help rescue people who are in danger or missing, as well as ships, planes and other vehicles in distress.
RESCUERS ARRIVE QUICKLY EVERYWHERE IN ESTONIA.HELP REACHES EVEN THE MOST REMOTE PLACESIN 30 MINUTES AT THE MOST.
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THERE ARE MORE THAN 2,000 RESCUEAND MARITIME RESCUE VOLUNTEERS IN ESTONIA
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Prompt emergency assistancePrompt and professional assistance everywhere
1People dial 112 only in case of an emergency
2People in distress
get through quickly and experience
professional service
3New technology simpli -
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up the arrival of help
Three pillars of prompt emergency assistance
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A 112 call is processed by the emergency response centre. It dispatches a response unit to the scene of an accident. The unit is made up of a team from the Rescue Board, Police and Border Guard Board or emergency medical services.
When was the last time you dialled 112? You are one of the 1.3 million people living in Estonia. Close to 1.2 million emergency calls are made
in Estonia every year. This makes nine emergency calls per ten people.Help is dispatched as a response to four out of ten calls. For the rest, other solutions are more appropriate.Was it an emergency when you dialled 112? Dial 112 only in case of an emergency!Readontofindouthowthestateprovidespromptemergencyhelpandhow you can contribute.
People dial 112 only in case of an emergencyWe must respond quickly to calls made by people in distress. We must therefore make a distinction between emergency assistance and situations that are less urgent.
• We are explaining to people what kinds of situations warrant dialling 112.
• We are informing people of helplines for other problems.• We are reducing the number of helplines so that those
in need of help know the appropriate number in a certain situation.
We are informing people of helplines for various problems. Dial 112 only in case of an emergency!
People in distress get through quickly and experience professional service
The emergency response centre must be given enough information as quickly as possible to be able to always make the right decision by phone.
• We are making it as simple and fast as possible for people to dial 112.
• Where needed, the emergency response centre will instruct the caller until help arrives.
• We are establishing a crisis hotline for providing imme-diate information in cases of major emergencies.
The emergency response centre provides appropriate help as fast as possible. In case of an emergency, be sure to dial 112!
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New technology simplifies calling for emergency help and speeds up the arrival of help
Fast communication with the caller and determining their location are needed to dispatch help as quickly as possible.
• Using new technologies, we are processing emergency calls and dispatching help faster.
• Using new technologies, we are identifying the exact location of callers.
With the help of new technology, we can quickly dispatch all the assistance needed. Rest assured that help will always reach you.
For more information, see the Internal Security Development Plan chapter – “Faster and more reliable assistance management”.
Dial 112 only in case of an emergency!This way, we can provide prompt assistance everywhere.
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WHAT SHOULD A RESCUE LEADER KNOW TO BE ABLE TO HELP?
WHAT HAPPENED?
ANSWER THE QUESTIONS WHERE?
Do not hang up before the rescue leader has received the necessary information. Keep your phone line open so that the rescue leader can call you back if needed.
State your address or describe your location. While your phone can be positio-ned, the more specific you are, the faster the help arrives.
Dial 112 first, instead of calling a family member or friend.Describe what has happened and whether someone is hurt and needs help.
ESTONIA HAS ONE EMERGENCY NUMBER FOR CALLING AMBULANCE, POLICE AND RESCUERS
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3People are able
to respond to crises adequately
1Vital services are
always functioning
Adequate crisis managementWe are prepared for crises
2The authorities
are able to respond to crises adequately
Three pillars of adequate crisis management
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There is a multitude of potential crises. Some may have never crossed your mind. Some have. Some seem more realistic than others.
Consider the crises that might happen near your home. Do you have sufficientfoodsupplyathome?Whataboutbatteriesandaflash
light? If you have never thought about how your family or company would cope in a crisis, do it today. It would be wise to be prepared for all kinds of situations. Just in case. Do your best, but be prepared for the worst!Readontofindouthowthestateorganisescrisismanagementandhowyou can contribute.
Vital services are always functioning Vital services form the basis of our daily activities. Vital services must always be functioning.
• We are providing the appropriate legal framework for rendering vital services.
• Companies providing vital services assess risks and invest in the permanent functionality of their services.
• Companies providing vital services inform the consum-ers of potential disruptions and do their best to restore their services as fast as possible.
Companies inform the general public and partners of any disruptions. If people know what is happening, they can prepare better for potential prob-lems.
The authorities are able to respond to crises adequatelyWe must be able to prevent and resolve potential crises.
• We are instructing state authorities in organising crisis management.
• The authorities are aware of their respective roles in crisis situations.
• The authorities prevent, are prepared for and resolve emergencies.
We offer support in planning crisis management. All the authorities are aware of their respective roles in crises situations.
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An emergency is an event or a chain of events that threatens the lives or health of many people and causes great damage to property or the environment. An emergency may also originate from serious and extensive disruptions to a vital service.
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People are able to respond to crises adequatelyPeople must know what they can do to protect their own health and their loved ones in a crisis situation.
• We are raising public awareness of potential threats.• In a crisis situation, people must respond adequately and
help those who are weaker where possible.We are teaching people how to respond to crisis situations. Take wise action in an emergency!
For more information, see the Internal Security Development Plan chapter – “Crisis prevention and improving emergency preparedness”.
Be prepared!Preparation ensures a wise response to an emergency!
3Crisis management is decentralised in Estonia. This means that each ministry, state authority and local government is responsible for crisis management efforts in their respective domain.
CRISIS MANAGEMENT BY COOPERATION
VÕIMALIKU KRIISI JAOKS VÕIKS OLLA OLEMAS:
STERILE WOUND DRESSING 10 CM X 10 CM - 2 PCK STERILE WOUND DRESSING 7,5 CM X 7,5 CM - 2 PCK
ELASTIC ROLLER BANDAGE 10 CM X 4 M - 2 PCSTERILE BLOODSTOPPER WITH PRESSURE PAD - 2 PC
BAND-AIDS - 12 PCROLL/FIXATION TAPE - 2 PC
ANTISEPTIC WOUND DRESSING - 6 PC PROTECTIVE GLOVES - 1 PAIR
PROTECTIVE MASK - 1 PCTRIANGULAR BANDAGE - 2 PC
SAFETY CUTTER/SCISSORS - 1 PC THERMAL BLANKET - 1 PC
INSTANT COLD PACK - 1 PCFIRST AID INSTRUCTIONS - 1 PC
VITALSERVICEelectricity
natural gas
access to liquid fuel
usability of state roadstelephone service
mobile phone servicedata transmission service
electronicidentificationdigital
signature
medical assistancepayment service
cash circulation
district heating
usability of local roads
water supply
sewage
WHAT ISA CRISIS?
a major power outagea snowstorm
extremely hot weather
a collapse
a week without water supply
payment terminals out of order in stores
a week without the Internet
a major traffic accident
a major fire in a shopping centre
an oil leak
bird flue
a flood
a sewage disaster
an accident in adangerous chemical company unexpected weather changes
CRISIS
PREVENTION
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CRISIS MANAGEMENT BY COOPERATION
VÕIMALIKU KRIISI JAOKS VÕIKS OLLA OLEMAS:
STERILE WOUND DRESSING 10 CM X 10 CM - 2 PCK STERILE WOUND DRESSING 7,5 CM X 7,5 CM - 2 PCK
ELASTIC ROLLER BANDAGE 10 CM X 4 M - 2 PCSTERILE BLOODSTOPPER WITH PRESSURE PAD - 2 PC
BAND-AIDS - 12 PCROLL/FIXATION TAPE - 2 PC
ANTISEPTIC WOUND DRESSING - 6 PC PROTECTIVE GLOVES - 1 PAIR
PROTECTIVE MASK - 1 PCTRIANGULAR BANDAGE - 2 PC
SAFETY CUTTER/SCISSORS - 1 PC THERMAL BLANKET - 1 PC
INSTANT COLD PACK - 1 PCFIRST AID INSTRUCTIONS - 1 PC
VITALSERVICEelectricity
natural gas
access to liquid fuel
usability of state roadstelephone service
mobile phone servicedata transmission service
electronicidentificationdigital
signature
medical assistancepayment service
cash circulation
district heating
usability of local roads
water supply
sewage
WHAT ISA CRISIS?
a major power outagea snowstorm
extremely hot weather
a collapse
a week without water supply
payment terminals out of order in stores
a week without the Internet
a major traffic accident
a major fire in a shopping centre
an oil leak
bird flue
a flood
a sewage disaster
an accident in adangerous chemical company unexpected weather changes
CRISIS
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Ensuring internal securityThe state’s most important task is to protect its people
1Internal security
staff are Estonia’s first line of defence
2We protect the
fundamental rights and freedoms of all
people
3We engage in domestic
and international cooperation
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We live in an independent and secure country. We have the opportunity and freedom to live our life exactly as we want to. However,
freedom and security are not a privilege handed to us. Thousands of peopleareworkingtoensurethem.Estonia’sfirstlineofdefenceismadeup of internal security staff, who safeguard independence and security day in and day out.Estoniamustalwaysremainasecurecountry.Althoughitisdifficulttodefinesecurity,wecaneasilynoticeitsabsence.
Internal security staff are Estonia’s first line of defenceThe state’s ultimate task is to protect its people.
• We are combating corruption and economic crime, which undermine trust in the state and in honest business.
• We are updating technology and training our staff in order to stay one step ahead of cyber criminals.
• We are stepping up the exchange of crime information so that it reaches the right people at the right time.
• We are protecting Estonia from hostile intelligence activi-ties.
• We are ensuring the security of institutions and infrast-ructure of national importance.
We protect the fundamental rights and freedoms of all peopleWe are securing legal order and fostering social solidarity.
• We are safeguarding fundamental rights and protecting anyone whose rights are violated.
• We are protecting society from manipulative activities and propaganda.
• We are prepared to protect people and important sites in case of terrorist threats or disturbances.
• We are obstructing the spread of extremism and violent forms of extremism.
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We engage in domestic and international cooperationEnsuring security requires domestic and international cooperation, as the threats transcend state borders.
• Domestic and international cooperation has managed to keep the terrorism threat in Estonia low.
• We are focusing on preventing and combating radicali- sation.
• We are stepping up checks on air and ship passengers in order to prevent international crime.
• We are working towards stepping up data exchange, border security and response capabilities.
For more information, see the Internal Security Development Plan chapter – “Improving internal security”.
The state’s ultimate task is to protect its people.It is good to live in a free Estonia!
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89% of the Estonian population consider Estonia secure, which exceeds the European Union average (84%).Source: Eurobarometer
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Some threats seem invisible.
Hybrid threats are attacks against the state and society that cannot be categorised as armed or military conflicts.
The attacker intends to achieve its political agenda without using military force.
HYBRID THREATS
THERE ARE THREE ABSOLUTE RIGHTS:THE RIGHT TO LIFE
NO ONE MAY BE SUBJECTED TO TORTURE,TO DEGRADING TREATMENT OR TO PUNISHMENTNO ONE MAY BE HELD IN SLAVERY OR SERVITUDE
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SECTIONSON FUNDAMENTALRIGHTSThe position (Chapter 2) and volume (over a quarter of 168 sections) of the chapter on fundamental rights in the Constitu-tion attest to Estonia’s attitude towards and dedication to ensuring fundamental rights, which also states that absolute rights should not be restricted under any circumstances.
This exceeds the European Union average (84%).
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A united societyWe welcome enterprising foreigners in Estonia and protect those in need
1Estonian citizenship
is held in high regard
2Estonia is a settlement
destination for foreigners who con-tribute to Estonia’s
development
3People in need of international
protection feel safe in Estonia
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Estonia is increasingly popular among foreigners as a working destination. For example, a young Ukrainian doctor treats Estonian people
daily at a small town hospital. An IT specialist from South Africa works at anofficeinTallinnandhelpsdetectonlinecasinofraud.BothyoungmenareprofessionalsintheirrespectivefieldswhocontributetoEstonia’sdevelopment on a daily basis.In addition, there are currentlyover200beneficiariesofinternationalprotection in Estonia. Their numbers are bound to increase in the coming years.ThebeneficiariesofinternationalprotectionareinEstoniabecausetheir lives are threatened in their home countries. They wish to live in a safe country. They are facing a wide range of procedures and adjustments in Estonia and need our support with settling in. Let’s help foreigners adapt and join our society!Readontofindoutaboutthestate’seffortsincreatingaunitedsocietyand how you can contribute.
Estonian citizenship is held in high regardIt is important to recognise outstanding Estonian citizens, civic identity and citizenship.
• We recognise new citizens and outstanding citizens and celebrate Citizen’s Day.
• We conduct projects aimed at appreciating Estonian citizenship.
• We inform people with undetermined citizenship of the options to apply for citizenship.
• Estonia is a good place to live for everyone, regardless of ethnicity, gender or religion.
We want to pay more attention to valuing Estonian citizenship.
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Estonia is a settlement destination for foreigners who cont-ribute to Estonia’s development
We are promoting settlement in Estonia among foreigners who would contribute to Estonia’s development and their active participation in our society.
• We are simplifying the incorporation of foreign specia-lists in Estonian companies and research institutions.
• We will be offering advice to people who have come or are coming to work in Estonia and to their employers.
• All newly arrived immigrants can participate in a wel-coming programme that helps them understand and get used to our daily life and cultural context.
We support foreigners whose immigration to Estonia adds value to our society and whose presence is aligned with our interests.
People in need of international protection feel safe in Estonia.
We are providing international protection to those who need it and are offering supportservicestoallthebeneficiariesofinternationalprotection.
• Weareupdatingtheknowledgeandskillsofofficialsinthefieldofinternationalprotection.
• We offer support services and information to applicants of international protection during the application procedure.
• Weensurethebeneficiariesofinternationalprotectionaccess to services that support coping, language lear-ning, adapting and ultimately integrating.
We support the foreigners who have settled to Estonia. We invite you to help foreigners feel at home in Estonia!
For more information, see the Internal Security Development Plan chapter – “A balanced citizenship and migration policy”.
We live in an open society. We welcome smart people in Estonia to help Estonia flourish!
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Reliable identificationEstonia is a trailblazer in the domain of digital documents
1Estonia’s digital ID
makes it easy to use various e-services
2Electronic
identification and signatures are secure
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international role model with its e-ser-vices and digital ID
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Digital ID has two functions: signature and identification.
DIGITAL IDEstonia issues identification documents that allow for electronic identification in addition to physical identification. The Estonian electronic ID solution allows both Estonian residents and e-Residents to conduct business with state authorities or other people in a fast, secure and paper free manner.
DigitalIDletsyouvote,filloutyourtaxreturn,usebankingservices,buy bus tickets, use the eSchool and health insurance fund services,
change car registration or renew your driver’s licence, register immovables, sign contracts and do many other things. Twenty years ago, all these procedures required your physical presence, a lot of paperwork and a whole lot of time. Now, these same procedures are smooth, quick and secure.Be sure to use our eservices. Protect your identity, safeguard your ID documents and PIN numbers.Readontofindouthowthestateensuresreliableidentificationandhowyou can contribute.
Estonia’s digital ID makes it easy to use various e-servicesWe need to expand the range of digital ID options in the use of eservices.
• We are increasing the number of people using the digital functions of documents.
• We are making it as easy as possible to apply for and receive an e-Resident’s digital ID.
• Wearedevelopingandupdatingtheidentificationandprocedural information system and creating an e-appli-cations system where people can submit applications with minimum effort.
We are expanding the range of digital ID options in the use of e-services.Be sure to use the various e-services!
Electronic identification and signatures are secureElectronicidentificationmustbesecure.
• We are constantly analysing and managing security risks.
• We are teaching people how to use services safely.• We are preventing double identities.• We are taking measures against the misuse of digital ID.
Weensuresecureelectronicidentification.DonotshareyourPINnumberswith others!
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Estonia is an international role model with its digital ID options
Our digital ID and its uses have garnered us international acclaim as an innovative country.
• We will soon recognise the digital signatures of all EU countries.
• In the future, people will be able to use Estonian digital ID to access e-services in EU Member States.
• We are sharing Estonia’s experiences with digital identity and its administration with the rest of the world.
We are promoting Estonia as an innovative digital country. If you know any foreign entrepreneurs, tell them about the possibility to become an Estonian e-Resident!
For more information, see the Internal Security Development Plan chapter – “Reliable and secure identity management”.
We are leading the way in the world with Estonian digital documents.
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270 000 000DIGITAL SIGNATURES SIGNED
PIN2 = PIN2 HAS THE SAME LEGAL FORCE AS YOUR HAND-WRITTEN SIGNATURE
OF ESTONIAN RESIDENTS HAVE AN ELECTRONIC IDENTIFICATION DOCUMENT
1992 the first passport
2002 the first ID card and digital signature
2005 first electronic elections
2011 mobile ID
2014 first e-Resident ID
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A secure state borderWe are building a modern state border
1Technology helps guard the border
2Border crossings
are smooth and fast
3We are blocking
illegal immigration and transit migration
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We usually think of the border in two situations – either when we hear of an illegal border crossing or of criminal activity at the bor
der, or when we go abroad or return to Estonia. On the one hand, we want our state border to be monitored at all times, and on the other, we want to be able to cross the border smoothly and quickly.Aclearlydemarcatedborderhelpsusbespecificwhendealingwithneighbouring countries. We will complete building the Estonian eastern border, which also constitutes an external border for the NATO and the EU, and we are ensuring appropriate border surveillance and protection. Rest assured, the border is in secure hands.Readontofindouthowthestateensuresasecureborder.
Technology helps guard the borderWe need a clearly demarcated and guarded border in order to detect and block all illegal border crossings.
• We are building a modern external border for Estonia guarded with the help of radars, sensors, drones, hovercrafts and water scooters.
• We are equipping water bodies at the state border with boundary markers.
• We are acquiring new technology to step up the detec-tion of border violations.
We guard and protect our border.
Border crossings are smooth and fastWemustensureefficientsurveillancetogetherwithsmoothborder crossings.
• We are ensuring smooth border crossings even as the numbers of people crossing the border is increasing.
• We are training border guards.• We help make border crossings a friendly and pleasant
experience.We are doing our best to ensure smooth and fast border crossings.
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We block illegal immigration and transit migrationWe must block illegal migration because travelling to and through Estonia illegally entails numerous threats.
• Wecheckpeople’sidentificationtomakesurethat they are entitled to be in Estonia.
• We are cooperating with Estonian foreign missions to reduce the misuse of visas.
• We are prepared to resume border checks at internal borders if warranted.
We prevent illegal entries and stays in Estonia.
For more information, see the Internal Security Development plan chapter – “More efficient border management”.
We are building a modern state border.Rest assured, the border is in secure hands.
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75%BORDER GUARDS AT LAND BORDER
25%BORDER GUARDS AT SEA BORDER
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MODERN SURVEILLANCE TECHNOLOGYModern technology steps up the detection of border violations.
In 2015, we registered188 illegal border crossings and detained292 people.
Close to 1,000 foreig-ners were denied entry to Estonia at border crossing points in 2015.
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Every one of us can contribute to Estonia being a safe country where life is enjoyable for all. Let’s keep our eyes open for potential criminal activity, prevent accidents and help those in trouble. Let’s protect ourselves and our loved ones from threats. This way, we will create a country that is a safe, nice and secure home for everyone.A safe country is created in cooperation of state authorities, local governments and individuals. The better we are able to work together, the safer our country is.
We create a safe country together!