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UK Travelers Face Biometric Checks at Schengen Borders

4/8/2026

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Starting April 10, British travellers will undergo biometric checks at Schengen borders under the Entry/Exit System (EES).
The EES replaces passport stamping and records entry/exit data, including facial photos and fingerprints.
Long queues have been reported at airports.
Etias (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) will cost €20 and cover travel to 30 European countries.
Etias applications will be processed online and remain valid for three years.

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Story summary

Starting April 10, British travellers will undergo biometric checks at Schengen borders under the Entry/Exit System (EES).
The EES replaces passport stamping and records entry/exit data, including facial photos and fingerprints.
Long queues have been reported at airports.
Etias (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) will cost €20 and cover travel to 30 European countries.
Etias applications will be processed online and remain valid for three years.