UK tourists issued major update on EU entry exit system as October launch date confirmed

After years of delays, the European Union's new border checks will finally come into effect from October 12.

Despite concerns from British travellers waiting at the border of the Channel Tunnel, Eurostar has said there will be "no queues" upon the EU check launch.

The Entry Exit System (EES) has been the cause of significant concern for years, with many debating over whether or not it would cause long delays for tourists and transport alike to leave the UK.

UK travellers will need to complete EU border checks at St Pancras station, the Port of Dover and Eurotunnel’s Folkestone terminal.

It is for any non-EU countries entering the region, meaning the UK is impacted by the enforcement.

All children must register, though under-12s will be exempt from fingerprinting.

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