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EU’s new digital border system is rolling out, boosting security but Poland’s reinstated checks highlight tensions in Schengen’s open borders.

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EU Launches Digital Entry/Exit System

Starting October 12, 2025, 29 Schengen countries began implementing the Entry/Exit System (EES), replacing manual passport stamps with biometric checks for non-EU travelers. The system records fingerprints and facial images at first entry, storing data for three years to streamline border control and monitor 90-day stay limits. Full rollout completes by April 10, 2026.

EU Launches New Border Entry System

From October 12, 2025, the EU began rolling out the Entry/Exit System (EES), requiring non-EU nationals, including Britons, to register biometric data at borders. The phased rollout aims to improve security and detect overstayers but may cause delays, especially at UK border points like Dover and Eurostar. Full implementation is expected by April 2026.