EU Implements New Entry/Exit System, Impacting Australian Travelers with Longer Queues
The European Union is set to implement a new Entry/Exit System (EES) starting April 10, which will affect travelers from outside the EU, including Australians. This system replaces traditional passport stamping with a digital process that requires visitors to provide fingerprints, facial scans, and additional travel information upon arrival. The changes aim to enhance security and track overstays but have already led to increased processing times at airports. Reports indicate that processing times have increased by up to 70% during the rollout phase, with waits of up to two hours at busy times. Industry groups are expressing concerns about the potential for significant disruptions, especially during peak travel periods. 
