EES - Europe's New Entry Exit System -No more Passport Stamps

Traveling to Europe is about to get a lot more pioneering. On November 10, the European Union will unveil an all-new Entry/Exit System. Get ready for an exciting change in how non-EU travelers can enter and exit Europe from the US, UK, and other non-Schengen countries. But guess what—you may not have to show your European passport at every border crossing anymore!

What is the new entry/exit system (EES)?

EES is an electronic system that will help make travel to and from Europe easier and safer. This new system will register entries, exits, and refusals of entry electronically at the borders of the European Union instead of stamping the passport when entering or leaving. It will also keep count of your time spent in the Schengen Zone, so remember no more passport stamps.
But that's not all: the leaflets will be paired with their biometric data, whether it be fingerprints or face recognition. That's to say, you'd better carry your passport in your pocket because the system will identify you, making it quicker and much safer.

How does it work?

Here is a simplified explanation of how this new system will work:

• No passport stampings anymore: While entering your Europe passport will not be stamped; rather, it's going to keep an electronic recording of the date, time, and place of entry.
• Biometric Scans: Your thumbprints on both hands will be scanned, and your facial features will be clicked with cameras. These biometric data are kept for future border crossings.
• Automatic Counting: It will automatically calculate your stay in the Schengen Zone so that you will not exceed the maximum of 90 days in any 180-day period for short-term tourists.
• Speedy Border Crossings: This system is bound to make border checks much faster, as border guards will not necessarily have to stamp passports manually or calculate how long one has stayed.

Why Is Europe Making This Change?

The EU is working to increase security and make border control more efficient. In doing so, it wants visitors to avoid stressful traveling while maintaining safe borders. More travelers now go to Europe than ever before; thus, the old passport stamping and manual staying calculation methods have become increasingly outdated. With ETIAS, Europe joins a new era of high-tech and secure travel.

What does this mean for travelers?

This new system means crossing Europe's borders will be faster and easier. No more waiting in long lines at immigration, no more worries that your passport will soon fill up with stamps, and no more counting how many days you have spent in the Schengen Zone- the EES does it all for you. This is great news for frequent travelers, as the system will be quite convenient in making your trips easier because, through biometric recognition, it guarantees quicker entry/exit into and out of European Union countries. On the other hand, one has to remember that the system covers only non-European Union travelers who enter or leave the Schengen Zone.

How to Prepare for the New System?

• Get Used to Biometric Scans: Be prepared to be fingerprinted and face-scanned upon entry and exit.
• Count your travel days: Although the system will keep a count of your days in Europe, it's a great concept to know how much time you've spent while traveling in the Schengen Zone. 
• Check Your Passport: Although you will not be flashing it at every border crossing, your passport should be in order and updated, as you will still need it for identification purposes. 

Stay Connected With AirHub eSIM Europe

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Accordingly, AirHub's Europe eSIM plans come in various tailored data options, from 3GB to unlimited, for 15 to 30 days. Prices vary to fit all sorts of budgets and data needs, from $3.40 for a 3GB plan up to $44 for unlimited data with voice minutes. The plans also offer high-speed 5G data options, catering to short-term and long-term travelers. These flexible plans mean that no matter whether you're on a short holiday or an extended stay in Europe, you'll find a data solution to suit your needs.

Passport Stamps: A Thing of the Past; Easy Travel Ahead!

As we see the end of passport stamps and welcome this new system, faster, more secure, and efficient touring styles of Europe come along. From the romantic city of love-Paris to the sun-kissed beaches of Spain, or even ski slopes near the Swiss Alps, EES will make your travel much easier and smoother than ever. 

So, are you ready to witness another era in European travel? Beginning November 10, European border crossings will become truly modern and smooth. With eSIM Europe, you can stay connected anywhere you want without having to worry about getting a physical SIM card.