Strengthening Schengen security and preventing irregular migration: EU Entry Exit System enters into operation

22 October 2025

On the occasion of the upcoming entry into operation of the EU Entry Exit System (EES) on 12 October 2025, the Coordinated Supervision Committee (CSC) will include the EES system under its scope. This system registers non-Schengen nationals travelling with a short stay visa or travellers who are visa exempt. The EES is a large scale IT systems developed by the EU to prevent irregular migration and enhance security in the Schengen area.

How it works

The EES gradually replaces passport stamping at the external borders of the Schengen area, with the aim of making the border process more efficient. The system records which travellers from third countries, with or without a visa, enter and exit the Schengen area.

The implementation of the EES will happen gradually. European countries will have the option to progressively start using this system over a period of six months, starting with the registration of third country nationals at 10% of border crossings. By the end of the six months period, European countries should reach full registration of all individuals.