EU Passport Control Chaos Causes Travel Disruptions Across Europe
Travelers across Europe are experiencing significant delays due to the implementation of a new biometric passport control system by the European Union. The system, designed to enhance security by collecting fingerprints and facial scans, has led to long queues and missed flights. In Brussels, travelers reported waiting over five hours, while similar issues were noted in Lisbon and Amsterdam. The EU has acknowledged technical challenges and is considering extending a grace period allowing airports to suspend biometric data collection during peak times. Despite the chaos, EU officials maintain that the system will ultimately improve border security and efficiency.