Americans traveling to Europe are now encountering major changes at border crossings as the European Union’s long‑planned Entry/Exit System (EES) has officially come into force. The new system replaces traditional passport stamps with biometric checks, including fingerprints and facial scans, and is now fully operational across participating countries. The EES, which began limited rollout in late 2025, became fully active at airports and other external border points on April 10, 2026, according