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MEPJ informs citizens: Tomorrow the EES system for the Schengen area will enter into full operation

2026-04-09 19:35:00, Politikë CNA

MEPJ informs citizens: Tomorrow the EES system for the Schengen area will enter

The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs informs Albanian citizens that, starting from April 10, 2026, the European Entry/Exit System (EES) will enter into full operation in the 29 countries of the Schengen area, which replaces the manual stamping of passports with the electronic registration of the entries and exits of citizens from non-member countries of the European Union.

This system, which has been partially implemented since October 2025, will apply to all citizens traveling for short-term stays, up to 90 days within a 180-day period, in the Schengen area.

Citizens should keep the following in mind:

• At the first entry after 10 April 2026, the following will be recorded at the border crossing point:
o passport data;
o facial photograph;
o fingerprints.
• Refusal to provide biometric data will result in refusal of entry to the Schengen territory.
• In the initial phase of implementation, there may be delays at airports, ports and land border crossings; for this reason, citizens are advised to report early for travel.
• The passport must be valid and in good physical condition.
• No prior application for the EES is required; registration is carried out at the moment of border crossing.
• The system does not change the existing rule of stay: maximum 90 days in any 180-day period.

The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs recommends that citizens be informed in advance about the new procedures and plan their travels taking into account the additional time needed for border controls.

 





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