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The EU’s new Entry/Exit System is now fully operational across 29 countries, replacing passport stamps for many non-EU travelers. The system is designed to modernize border control, but early travel is likely to come with longer queues and more biometric checks.
Portugal has launched the EU’s “Travel to Europe” app, allowing non-EU travelers to pre-register data and reduce waiting times at border control.
Italy will introduce a fully digital visa system and expand biometric border checks from mid-2026, reshaping entry procedures for travelers.
Armenia is offering temporary visa-free entry to eligible residents of 113 countries, aiming to boost tourism and strengthen regional connectivity through mid-2026.
Europe’s leading aviation bodies are urging Brussels to introduce greater flexibility in the Entry-Exit System rollout, warning that airport queues could reach four hours this summer.
U.S. airlines are urging regulators to intervene as Ireland moves to impose a passenger cap at Dublin Airport, warning of reduced transatlantic connectivity.
The European Union begins rolling out its new Entry/Exit System (EES), replacing passport stamping with biometric registration to enhance border security and simplify travel for non-EU visitors.
A large-scale EU border management system that records the entry and exit of non-EU nationals traveling for short stays in the Schengen Area, replacing manual passport stamping.
The European Commission has unveiled a long-term vision for a 49,400 km high-speed rail network, backed by a €546 billion investment, aiming to make rail travel the fast, affordable, and climate-friendly choice across the continent.
The European Union plans to raise the ETIAS travel fee from €7 to €20 by 2026, impacting millions of international travelers visiting the Schengen Area.