EU's New Biometric Entry System: What Non-EU Travelers Need to Know Starting Sunday

Oct 08, 2025 05:30 pm CST

Starting Sunday, the EU introduces its new biometric Entry/Exit System (EES) for all non-EU citizens. This digital system replaces manual passport stamps with biometric data collection including fingerprints and facial scans. Implementing gradually until 2026, the system aims to modernize border management, prevent illegal migration, and monitor compliance with stay duration rules. British and other non-EU travelers should prepare for these changes at airports, ports, and all Schengen area entry points.