The European Union is launching the implementation of an automated system for registration of external border crossings. The entry-exit system (EES) will replace stamps in passports with electronic data recording, the European Commission (EC) reported.
Since October 12, 2025, the EU member states have begun the phased implementation of the EES. The new system provides electronic registration of information about third–country nationals who enter the Schengen area for a short period of time – up to 90 permitted days during any 180-day period.
“This will happen gradually, over a period of six months. During the phased implementation of the system, member states will be able to independently decide at which checkpoints and when to start its deployment,” the European Commission said in a communique.
According to the EC statement, the full deployment of EES at all border points is planned to be completed in six months. The system collects passport data, biometrics – facial image and fingerprints, as well as information about entry or exit.
The European Commission noted that the EES will “provide reliable data on border crossings, systematically identify persons who violated the rules of stay, as well as cases of fraud with documents and personal data.” The full registration procedure will need to be completed only at the first entry and the first exit from the association. All subsequent border crossings will require only a quick background check.
Earlier, the EU decided to limit the travel of diplomats from Russia within the union.
