EES Regulations

New EES system: what changes for your travels

Starting from April 10, 2026, the European Union introduces the new digital border control system: Entry Exit System (EES).

The system applies to passengers from non-EU and non-Schengen countries, such as: Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria and Albania.

With the new system:

• No more passport stamping
• Your data will be recorded digitally
• The first check may take a few extra minutes

Upon your first entry into the Schengen area, you will be required to:

• Show your passport
• Have a facial photo taken
• Provide your fingerprints

After this initial registration, checks will be faster on subsequent trips.

Registration in the EES system is completely free of charge and mandatory for entry into the Schengen area. The collected data is used solely to record entries and exits and to help make border controls more efficient and secure.

What to do before traveling

• Make sure you have a valid passport.
• Keep in mind that during your first trip, slightly longer processing times may be required for biometric data registration.
• Arrive at the port a little earlier to facilitate border checks.

For more information on the procedures and the list of countries exempt from the system, please visit the official EES website at the following link.