Travelers to certain European countries will soon experience a new border control process as Europe's long-awaited new Entry/Exit System, or EES, will begin its rollout this fall. The launch of the system, which will use biometric data to register the visits of non-European Union travelers, has been delayed several times as it was initially expected to begin in 2021.
The EES is mandatory for all non-EU nationals, and you cannot opt out of having your biometric data captured. If you refuse, you will be denied entry.
"The EES modernises border management by increasing efficiency and quality of processes at the border. It also simplifies travel and makes it safer," according to the official website of the European Union.
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