Starting October 12, 2025, travelling to countries in Europe’s Schengen zone will come with new digital checks at the border. That’s when the European Union’s Entry/Exit System (EES) officially goes live — replacing traditional passport stamps with biometric data and automated systems. The new system will apply to all non-EU travellers entering any of the 29 Schengen countries, including popular destinations like France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. The EES is an automated platform that will register key information when travellers enter or exit the Schengen zone: Fingerprints (only on first entry) A facial scan Passport details Time and place of...