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European Airports Warn Biometric Entry System May Cause Summer Travel Delays

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First reported by Now 14 · Jun 28, 2026

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European airports warn that the new EU biometric Entry/Exit System may cause significant delays during the busy summer travel season, with Rome airports considering suspending checks temporarily to avoid operational failures. Travelers, including Israelis, are advised to arrive early due to longer processing times.

01EU's biometric Entry/Exit System (EES) faces operational challenges causing long queues at European airports.
02Rome airport operator warns of possible temporary suspension of biometric checks during peak summer periods.
03EES replaces manual passport stamping with digital biometric data collection for non-EU travelers.
04Frontex estimates up to two years for biometric procedures to stabilize fully.
05Portugal and Greece prepare additional measures to manage passenger flow amid concerns.
06Israeli travelers advised to arrive early for flights to busy European destinations due to longer entry times.

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