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Gradual implementation of the EU Entry/Exit System (EES) from 12 October 2025
The European Commission has set 12 October 2025 as the date for the entry/exit system (EES) to become operational at the EU's external borders. The system will be rolled out gradually until 9 April 2026, with deployment taking place in several phases. In Luxembourg, the system will be deployed at Findel Airport, and its implementation is a testament to the excellent collaboration between the Grand Ducal Police and lux-Airport.
The EES is an advanced technological system that will digitally record the entries and exits of third-country nationals travelling for short stays to one of the 29 European countries using the system, including Luxembourg. It will gradually replace the current system of stamping passports.
The introduction of the EES will modernise and improve the management of the EU's external borders. It will provide reliable data on border crossings, systematically detect persons who have exceeded the authorised length of stay, as well as cases of identity fraud. The EES will therefore help to prevent irregular immigration and ensure the safety of everyone within the Schengen area. Furthermore, with the increased use of automated checks at external borders, travel will eventually become smoother and safer for everyone. The new system complies with the highest standards of data protection and privacy, ensuring that travellers' personal data remains protected and secure.
‘With the launch of the EES, the EU is taking an important step towards achieving its goal of creating a more secure and efficient border management system,’ said Léon Gloden, Minister for Home Affairs. " Luxembourg has always been in favour of strengthening the external borders of the Schengen area instead of internal border controls," he added. The EES will provide access to important information about travellers, which will help to detect security risks and combat organised crime and terrorism.
Press release from the Ministry of Home Affairs
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