Biometric border control: Germany to launch entry/exit system in October
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- Germany to launch the European Entry and Exit System (EES) starting October 12, beginning at Düsseldorf Airport, followed by Frankfurt and Munich.
- EES replaces manual passport stamping, recording entries and exits of third-country nationals with biometric data (fingerprints and facial images).
- The system aims to improve border security, prevent identity fraud, and track the length of stays in the Schengen area.
- ETIAS will screen visa-exempt travelers in advance, requiring an online application with personal details.
- Technical challenges delayed the EES launch, originally planned for November 2024, with full implementation expected by April 9, 2026.
- EU citizens are unaffected by EES, which stores extensive traveler data including biometrics, personal details, and entry/exit times.