29 countries are about to ditch passport stamps permanently — here's how you'll gain entry instead

They’re stamping them out.

If you’ve ever looked at your passport like a scrapbook of adventures from across the globe, brace yourself: stamps are disappearing.

Twenty-nine European countries will begin phasing out physical stamps in favor of digital entry systems, beginning October 12. 5

By April 2026, the switch will be complete across much of Europe — and the rest of the world is following closely behind.

For decades, a passport stamp was more than just a mark of entry — it was a personal trophy, a memento from a foreign adventure. But in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, countries are hoping this change will be more efficient.

The U.K., Singapore, Hong Kong, and Argentina have already ditched stamps altogether.

Europe and the United States are increasingly moving to bi