
The European Union has introduced the Entry/Exit System (EES), a biometric border regime for non‑EU travellers. This guide explains what EES is, why queues may grow during rollout, and practical steps you can take to keep your trip on track. Nizetrip helps you plan trips that account for the new border reality.
What is the EU Entry/Exit System (EES)?
The Entry/Exit System (EES) is a digital, biometric system the EU now uses to record the entry and exit of non‑EU travellers to the Schengen area. Instead of passport stamps, EES registers a traveller's passport data along with fingerprints and a facial image on first entry, helping authorities detect overstays and manage border security more efficiently.
Biometric registration: passport scan, fingerprint capture and facial image on first entry.
Digital records: entries and exits are logged electronically, replacing manual stamps.
Reusable for future trips: once registered, data is valid for repeat travel while the passport remains unchanged.
Phased rollout: authorities are introducing EES in stages to limit disruption.
The Entry/Exit System (EES) is a digital, biometric system the EU now uses to record the entry and exit of non‑EU travellers to the Schengen area. Instead of passport stamps, EES registers a traveller's passport data along with fingerprints and a facial image on first entry, helping authorities detect overstays and manage border security more efficiently.
Biometric registration: passport scan, fingerprint capture and facial image on first entry.
Digital records: entries and exits are logged electronically, replacing manual stamps.
Reusable for future trips: once registered, data is valid for repeat travel while the passport remains unchanged.
Phased rollout: authorities are introducing EES in stages to limit disruption.

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