As of today, October 12, the European Union’s long-awaited Entry/Exit System (EES) is officially in effect. The new system replaces the traditional manual passport stamping with a fully digital process, streamlining border control while enhancing security. In a recent advisory, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) reminded Emirati citizens and residents that, under the new rules, travelers will need to provide biometric data—such as fingerprints and facial images—along with their passport details when entering any EU country for the first time. This data will be stored for three years and only needs to be updated if there are changes or errors. The Ministry reassured travelers that all data will be handled in accordance with EU privacy regulations and emphasized that holders of d

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