The European Commission has set the Entry & Exit System (EES) to start on October 12, 2025, after several delays. The system will be phased in, becoming compulsory across the EU/Schengen zone by April 2026. The EES will require biometric data from non-EU passport holders to improve border security and automate the tracking of visa-free travel allowances. Concerns about readiness persist, particularly at major crossing points like the UK-France border. The ETIAS travel authorization will follow in late 2026, increasing its application fee to 20 euros.
The European Commission has announced that the Entry & Exit System (EES) for biometric passport checks will commence on October 12, 2025, with mandatory implementation by April 2026.
The EES aims to enhance border security through stricter passport controls and to digitize entry and exit dates for better management of visa-free travel limits.
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