The new EU entry/exit visa system is going to cause travel disruption for Britons.
The new EU entry/exit visa system is going to cause travel disruption for Britons.
Britons being warned of months of airport delays
“It is evident that many border controls are simply not ready for the new processes and, with customer awareness of the scheme currently extremely low, long queues, along with some unavoidable chaos and confusion, are unfortunately likely.”
New setback for Britons travelling to Mallorca from Sunday, September 1
Restriction is intended to be temporary, but ACI EUROPE regrets the fact that no timeline and no process have been put in place to lift it.
The British Embassy is therefore asking those still using a Green Certificate to get a TIE as soon as possible.
The British Embassy is therefore asking those still using a Green Certificate to get a TIE as soon as possible.
British Embassy in Spain highlights new EU guidance on the Entry Exit system
To be exempt from registering with the EES, British residents in the EU will need to show a valid uniform-format biometric card, which in Spain is the TIE.
UK says disruption likely when EU’s new travel checks for Britons start
Britons arriving in a Schengen area destination (most EU countries) like Mallorca will have to register their fingerprints, provide a facial scan and answer questions about their stay.
New EU entry system for Brits delayed again
These two big changes will affect the UK’s most popular travel destinations like Mallorca.
New EU entry rules could hit British holiday bookings to Mallorca
Britons concerned about more queuing or document checking.
Keep up to date with all the latest travel rules and regulations.
Keep up to date with all the latest travel rules and regulations.
Your eight simple steps to enjoying a great Mallorca holiday
Check the Foreign Office travel advice for the destination you are visiting.
New EU border checks could turn Britons off Mallorca
New fingerprint and biometric controls to monitor your movements and control the 90-day rule.
Border guards will check you’re complying with the 90-day visa-free limit for short stays in the Schengen area.
Border guards will check you’re complying with the 90-day visa-free limit for short stays in the Schengen area.
Important UK travel rules and regulations reminder if heading for Mallorca this summer
Stick to the current rules for liquids and laptops when preparing their hand luggage for airport security.
Warning: British residents in Spain without the TIE card will have to apply for new EU travel visa
It is expected that Green Certificate holders may face significant delays and difficulties at borders.
Important reminder for Britons flying to Mallorca
"You can’t go wrong if you stick to the current rules around liquids and laptops when preparing your hand luggage."
Make sure your passports are in order to avoid any last minute disappointments.
Make sure your passports are in order to avoid any last minute disappointments.
All Britons need to know about the new EU travel entry scheme
You will have a photo of your face taken, and your fingerprints scanned.
90-day loop hole for young Britons heading for Spain
Difficult for young Britons to work the holiday seasons in the EU.
Spain wants Britons to show they have 113.40 euros, £97, per day for their holidays
Check to make sure all documents required are in order.
UK travel document reminder if heading for Mallorca
Border guards will check you’re complying with the 90-day visa-free limit for short stays in the Schengen area.