Justice EU states want to control Schengen borders uniformly
In future, the data of travelers from non-Schengen countries will be automatically recorded by border authorities when they cross the Schengen border. The Home Affairs Council in Brussels has decided on the gradual introduction of the entry/exit system. The system also applies to Switzerland.
05.03.2025, 11:49
05.03.2025, 13:49
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An exact date for the introduction of the Entry/Exit System (EES) was not defined, as the Council of the European Union (EU) announced on Wednesday. This step is the responsibility of the European Commission. In addition, the approval of the European Parliament is still required.
The EES is intended to record biometric data such as fingerprints and a photo of the face of travelers planning a short stay of up to 90 days in the Schengen area. The system is intended to reduce overstaying, combat identity fraud and increase security.
Switzerland is a member of Schengen and will have to introduce EES at airports. The State Secretary for Migration, Vincenzo Mascioli, represented Switzerland at the Home Affairs Council.
