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EES Biometrics Now Mandatory at Borders | France News
The EU’s new biometric border rules are now fully enforced—no more skipping fingerprint and facial scans for non-EU travelers entering the Schengen Area. But with kiosks plagued by tech glitches and data sync failures, most travelers still face manual checks, leading to longer waits at Dover and Eurotunnel. While officials hoped automation would speed things up, reality is slower than promised. A possible extension of the grace period remains unconfirmed, but full biometrics are the goal—and the system’s readiness is still very much a work in progress. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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