EU entry-exit system delayed again
The Foreign Office has issued an update as the EU’s new digital border system is expected to be delayed yet again.
It now won’t come online until after the summer peak travel period.
The new expected time frame is the autumn.
The EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) has suffered multiple delays already.
The original launch date was nearly three years ago.
The FCDO said: “The European Union will inform about the specific date before its launch. When introduced, you will need to apply for authorisation to enter Schengen area countries if using a UK passport. You will need to provide personal information and details about your trip, and pay a €7 fee.”
“If you are flying to a country in the Schengen area, you may experience longer queue times when you arrive at your destination,” the Foreign Office said.
“At some ports and international stations (Dover, Eurotunnel and St Pancras), there may be increased wait times while EES registration is completed.”
“The initial digital registration is valid for three years. For additional trips within this period, only a fingerprint or photo verification is needed.
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