The EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES) will be fully implemented by April 10, 2026, but manual passport stamping may still occur this summer due to allowed flexibilities for member states. The biometric system has faced delays, causing long wait times at airports, with Lisbon Airport suspending EES for three months due to excessive delays. The European Commission aims to manage potential congestion during peak travel periods, while travel associations urge better contingency measures to minimize disruptions. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)