Dossier
Schengen free travel zone
Coverage of Schengen free travel zone in the Nexus archive.
- EU pushes to beat airport delays caused by new biometric system
The European Commission is addressing delays caused by the new Entry/Exit System (EES) at EU airports, which uses biometric checks for non-EU travelers. Technical problems and insufficient infrastructure have led to long queues, prompting the Commission to collaborate with member states to resolve issues. The EES, mandatory since April 2025, has prevented thousands from entering the EU for rule violations.