Date Change for Entry/Exit System in Europe
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The European Union was gearing up to implement the new Entry/Exit System (EES) for travelers entering 29 participating countries across the bloc next month. However, delays have pushed back the rollout due to IT issues. Key countries like Germany, France, and the Netherlands are still working on getting their border computer systems up to speed.
EU Home Affairs Commissioner Ylva Johansson recently informed reporters that the initially planned date of November 10 is no longer feasible. The delay is attributed to the EU agency EU-Lisa not yet providing the necessary stability and functionality of the EES central system. Following the EES launch, the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) was expected to be introduced in the first half of 2025. It remains uncertain whether the delay in the EES rollout will impact the introduction of ETIAS.
Despite the setback, the EES promises to streamline border-crossing processes by eliminating passport stamping and introducing digital checks for all travelers from outside the EU. This initiative aims to make travel more convenient and gradually expedite border checks at airports, harbors, and road entrances across Europe. Johansson emphasized earlier this year that digital border controls will be interconnected and synchronized, enhancing efficiency for all passengers entering the EU.
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