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Airports and airlines are urging the EU to overhaul its digital Entry/Exit System after continuing congestion at Schengen borders, with some passengers facing waits of up to five hours. The delays affect Swiss travellers using major European airports.
about 4 hours ago · 1 source
Schengen
The European Commission is considering changes to short-stay Schengen visa rules and fees, aiming to make the system more secure and coherent while facilitating legitimate travel. The proposal could affect Swiss residents and businesses travelling within or connected to the Schengen area.
The Local Switzerland
EU
The EU’s Entry/Exit System is moving toward full enforcement of biometric checks, potentially creating longer queues at Switzerland’s borders with neighbouring EU countries. The change is especially relevant for cross-border workers, commuters and travellers.
The Local Switzerland
Schengen
The full rollout of the European Union’s Entry/Exit System could bring longer and slower checks at Switzerland’s Schengen borders. The biometric system is expected to change how non-EU travellers are registered, creating a potentially significant travel disruption for commuters and visitors this month.
The Local Switzerland
Germany
Germany plans to maintain checks at all nine land borders through March 2027, with potential consequences for commuting, tourism and freight traffic between Germany and Switzerland.
The Local Switzerland
