10/06/2026
The European Union’s (EU) Entry/Exit System (EES) is a new digital border system for UK travellers visiting countries in the Schengen area, introduced in October 2025.
If you’re travelling to one of these countries for a short stay using a UK passport, you’ll need to provide your biometric details – such as fingerprints and a photo - when you arrive at the border. This is a quick registration process done as part of your normal border checks.
There’s nothing you need to do before you travel, and there’s no cost to register.
You can find the latest information and guidance here EU Entry/Exit System ➡️ GOV.UK