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Everything you need to know about the EES
From the 12th October 2025, the EU will introduce a new digital border system called the Entry/Exit System (EES).
What does that mean for you?
This system is designed to keep borders secure and running efficiently and will automatically record when you enter and leave the EU’s Schengen area rather than waiting for lengthy manual checks. Whilst there may be some disruption when the system is introduced, in the future this should mean less time waiting and more time enjoying your holiday!
EES will start on
12th October 2025
Step 1
Hop off your coach and if you’ve got a biometric passport, you can present it at the self-service kiosk. Border control officers will be nearby if you need a hand.
Step 2
You’ll then need to provide your passport along with a quick facial scan and fingerprints – nothing tricky, just a quick digital check.
Step 3
A border guard will verify your details from the kiosk, and then it’s straight back on board to carry on into Europe.
The Entry and Exit System (EES) is a digital border check being introduced across many European countries. Instead of having your passport stamped by hand, the system will quickly scan and record when you enter and leave, and keep track of the length of your stay.
In short, it’s a quicker, smarter way to cross the border – helping things run smoothly and keeping your holiday on track.
The EU is bringing in the Entry and Exit System (EES) to make travelling easier and safer. The new system will:
It’s all about making journeys smoother, which, in turn, gives you more time to enjoy your holiday.
The EES applies to you if you are a non-EU national travelling for a short stay to a European country using the EES and you either:
The Entry and Exit System (EES) is set to begin on 12th October 2025. There will be a phased implementation by European countries using EES, with the whole system expected to be up and running everywhere by 10th April 2026.
Yes – you’ll still need your passport when travelling. If it’s a biometric one, you can use the new EES kiosks.
No biometric passport? No problem. You won’t be refused entry – you’ll just be checked another way.
Remember, your passport must be valid for at least three months after your holiday departure date, and it needs to have been issued within the past 10 years.
Almost everywhere in Europe! The new Entry/Exit System will be in place across the 29 countries in the Schengen Area – that’s most EU countries plus Iceland, Norway, Switzerland and Liechtenstein. The only EU countries not taking part are Ireland and Cyprus.
There’s no extra charge for the new Entry/Exit System. It’s all included as part of your holiday, so there’s nothing more to pay.
Yes. If you have an Irish passport, you won’t need to use the new system. And if you’re a British passport holder with EU residency, you’re exempt too.
Each time you travel into or out of a country using the new system, you’ll be asked to provide your details at the border. The EES will record things like
It’s all securely stored to make border checks smoother and safer for everyone.
Your details are collected to help keep travel safe and straightforward. The system is designed to:
This is required in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2017/2226, specifically Articles 14, 16 to 19 and 23 of Chapter II and Chapter III.
In short, it’s there to protect travellers and keep borders running smoothly.
Passport control officers can tell you the maximum number of days remaining. You can also check using the online tool or at certain border kiosks.
Want to know more about EES?
Read the full FAQs on the European Union website
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