Stop pretending EU's new border system is working, says airports chief
Summary
Europe has introduced a new digital border system called the Entry-Exit System (EES) that collects biometric data from travellers entering and leaving most European countries. Airport leaders say the system is causing long delays and missed flights, and they want changes to avoid more problems as travel increases.Key Facts
- The EU rolled out the Entry-Exit System (EES) this year to register biometric data like facial scans and fingerprints from travellers outside the EU.
- The system is used at many airports in Europe to check passengers when they enter and leave.
- Some airports are experiencing long passenger lines and delays because of the EES.
- Passengers at airports in Athens, Milan, and other cities have missed flights due to slow border checks.
- The head of Europe’s airports group called for more flexibility for border authorities to pause the EES if needed.
- Greek officials promised fewer checks for British tourists, but the details remain unclear.
- Portugal and Italy considered exempting British nationals but the EU says there are no official plans for exceptions.
- The European Commission oversees the EES and has been asked for comment about the delays.
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