Division (a) The Schengen States shall, where necessary, hold information seminars, the composition and duration of which shall vary according to the requirements of the individual case, on the following themes:

• the detection of counterfeit and falsified documents,

• modi operandi,

• procurement of equipment for the detection of false and counterfeit documents,

• legal regulations and rules on controls.

These advisory activities shall be provided:

• for airlines or maritime shipping companies,

• to assist the consular representations of one or more Schengen State in third countries,

• to assist border authorities or immigration authorities at airports and seaports of departure in third countries.

The document advisers shall also assist transport companies and the personnel responsible for controls in conducting pre-boarding checks at airports and ports of exit.

The Schengen States shall aim to second advisers for a period of two to three weeks. Individual States reserve the right to take unilateral follow-up measures.