Australian Travelers with UK Passports Exempt from Biometric Scans in Greece
Australians traveling on British passports can now bypass biometric testing when entering Greece, following a recent update to the European Union's Entry/Exit System (EES) rules. As of April 10, 2026, the EES requires travelers to undergo fingerprinting and face-scanning at borders across nearly 30 Schengen Zone countries, including Greece. However, a rule change allows approximately 200,000 to 300,000 Australians eligible for UK passports to avoid these checks. This exemption applies to tourist entries, which permit a maximum stay of 90 days within any 180-day period across the Schengen countries. Despite the exemption, UK passport holders must obtain a visa or permit to work in Europe. 
