Starting 12 October 2025, travellers from the UAE heading to Europe will experience a major change at Schengen Area borders. The European Union ’s Entry/Exit System (EES) will go live, replacing the traditional manual passport stamping process with a digital border control system that uses biometric data. Designed to enhance security and streamline entry for non-EU visitors, the system applies to millions of third-country nationals, including those travelling from the UAE. Here’s a complete breakdown of what the EES is, who it affects, how it works, and what UAE residents need to prepare for before their next trip to Europe. The EES introduces automated border checks for non-EU nationals entering or exiting the Schengen Area for short stays. This includes UAE citizens and residen

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