EU aims for October start date for EES passport checks

EU member states have agreed on a phased rollout of the Entry/Exit System (EES) for non-EU nationals, eliminating passport stamps. The system will record entry and exit dates and biometric data, with a planned implementation in October and a second phase for electronic visa waivers by 2026. EES aims to track overstays and refused entries, although concerns have been raised about potential delays and chaos at border crossings.

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