Three things you can do to stop EU border checks at the airport costing you
Summary
The European Union has introduced a new border control system called the Entry/Exit System (EES), requiring UK travelers to register their fingerprints and photo at airports. This process has caused delays and long queues, leading some travelers to miss flights and pay extra costs. Experts advise arriving early but not too early, signing up for travel alerts, and reading travel insurance details carefully to avoid unexpected expenses.Key Facts
- The EU's Entry/Exit System (EES) requires UK travelers to scan their passports and register fingerprints and a photo at European airports.
- The process has caused long delays and technical problems at some airports, leading to missed flights.
- Budget airline Wizz Air recommends arriving three hours before flights to allow enough time for EES registration.
- Eurostar advises passengers to arrive at the recommended time on their tickets because its timing already includes EES steps.
- The Port of Dover is experiencing technical issues with EES and suggests arriving no more than two hours before ferry departures to avoid queues.
- Airlines send alerts about delays, so travelers should sign up for notifications and check apps regularly.
- Airlines are not required to offer free replacement flights if passengers miss their flights due to EES delays.
- Travel insurance usually does not cover extra costs caused by EES-related delays, as these are expected procedures.
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