EU Entry/Exit System (EES) 2026: Spain, Germany, and France Implement Mandatory Biometric Border Controls
Schengen nations including Spain, Germany, and France have confirmed no full exemptions for the new EU Entry/Exit System (EES) starting second half of 2026, mandating biometric registration for all non-EU travelers.
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