Scope
Article 1
1. This Decision lays down the detailed rules on the automated mechanism and procedures for carrying out quality checks and data quality compliance pursuant to Article 29(2a) of Regulation (EC) No 767/2008. 2. This Decision also lays down the detailed rules concerning the specifications of the data quality standards for entering data when creating or updating application files in the Visa Information System (VIS) pursuant to Article 29a of Regulation (EC) No 767/2008. 3. This Decision shall not apply to the following: (a) the data contained in the read-only database referred to in Article 45c(6) of Regulation (EC) No 767/2008; (b) data fields marked for deletion.