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flag UK travelers to Schengen now face fingerprint and photo checks at borders, with longer waits expected.

flag As of October 12, 2025, the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) is active, requiring UK travelers to the Schengen Area to provide fingerprints and a photo at border checkpoints upon arrival. flag The system, which replaces passport stamping, applies to all 29 Schengen countries but not to Ireland or Cyprus. flag No pre-travel steps are needed, and the process is free. flag Initially, only one border point per country uses the system, with full rollout expected by April 10, 2026. flag EES kiosks are now operational at key UK departure points like Dover, Folkestone’s Eurotunnel, and St. Pancras. flag Travelers should expect longer wait times, with experts advising up to four hours for processing. flag The system aims to improve border security and track overstays.

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