Biometric Update

EES rollout is a ‘mess,’ say experts as border system enters second phase

The Entry-Exit System (EES), entered its second rollout phase this month, obliging countries to increase traveler ...
Xinhuanet

Truck drivers block EU border terminals to protest new EES in North Macedonia

Truck drivers block border terminals at Bogorodica border exit to Greece near Gevgelija, North Macedonia, on Jan. 26, 2026.
Yahoo

EES to launch in October 2025. How will the border check system affect crossing times?

The EU’s long-delayed Entry/Exit System (EES) is scheduled to finally come into force in 2025. Officials say Europe’s new digital border system for non-EU nationals will be rolled out beginning in ...
Biometric Update

Inetum installing biometric scanners at 2 Spanish ports for EES rollout

Biometrics and passport scanners are being installed at Cadiz, Spain’s two major ports by Inetum España as part of the ...
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ETIAS and EES: Upcoming travel changes for U.S. citizens in Europe

U.S. citizens traveling to the Schengen Area will need to obtain pre-travel clearance through the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) and the Entry/Exit System (EES) will be ...

As EES rollout expands, travel association urges use of contingency measures to ease delays

The new system has already been causing significant delays for air passengers. View on euronews ...
The Local

TELL US: Have you had problems with EES border checks at Spanish airports?

There have been reports in Spain of long queues at airports as passengers undergo the EU's new EES biometric border checks.