Manual stamping of passports “takes a long time and does not systematically detect those who exceed the permitted stay limit,” says the EU.
Los stamps in the passport They are badges for many travelers, who see them as a paper trail of their adventures. But soon they will be a thing of the past in the Schengen area.
The new Automated Entry and Exit System (SES)which will go into operation on November 10, 2024, will digitally register non-EU visitors, eliminating the need for physical stamps.
“He SES will replace the current sealing system passport manual, which is time-consuming, does not provide reliable data on border crossings and does not allow systematically detect to those who exceed the permitted stay limit,” said the Department of Migration and Home Affairs of the European Commission in a statement.
What is the EU Entry and Exit System?
The SES is an automated computer system that will register travelers from visa-exempt third countries or holders of short stay visas.
Every time a person crosses an external border of the EU, the system will register their name, type of travel document, biometric data (fingerprints and facial images), and the date and place of entry and exit. It will also record entry denials.
Automated border controls and self-service systems are expected to improve security in the EU and be faster for travellers. However, the airline sector and several countries have stated that the lack of preparation could cause problems when inserted.
Its launch was scheduled for 2022. Now, the authorities have announced that it will be launching on November 10 of this year. With the new system, travelers with visa-free access to the Schengen area must obtain a travel authorization online through the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS). The ETIAS will be launched in phases once the SES is operational.
Stamps are still necessary
Behind him Brexitthe British must seal their passport when entering and leaving the Schengen area. These seals serve as proof that the limit has not been exceeded. 90-day visa-free stay limit in a period of 180 days. It is usually done automatically at the security checkpoint. for some travel loversthe obligation to stamp your passport has been a small point in favor of the United Kingdom leaving the EU.
