EES · 12 October 2025

EES begins its phased launch

Border posts start registering non-EU travellers digitally, with a six-month rollout before full operation.

What this means for you

EES is the EU’s digital border register. On your first entry since April 2026 you give a facial image and, from age 12, four fingerprints at the border. It is free, needs no application and replaces passport stamps. It applies to all non-EU short-stay visitors in 29 countries, with or without a visa.

Read the full guide: EES

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