New European border control: the Entry/Exit System and its impact on migration

The introduction of a new border control system within the European Union, known as the Entry/Exit System (EES), is an important step towards improving migration management and security at the EU’s external borders. The system will start operating on 11 October 2025 and will register the entries and exits of non-EU nationals travelling on short-stay visas.

Main stages of implementing the EES

The EES will be introduced gradually, starting with road and rail border crossings. The main goal of the system is to collect data on travellers, including personal and biometric data such as photos and fingerprints.

The system will help to:

• identify persons who pose a security threat;

• prevent cases of overstaying the permitted period of stay.

Advantages of the EES for border control

The EES will not only simplify the border control process but also ensure a higher level of security, allowing border authorities to track who crosses the border, when and where.

Impact on travellers and new rules

It is important to note that the system does not introduce new requirements for those who benefit from the right of free movement within the EU, which makes it more convenient for such travellers. However, at the initial stage of implementation, some difficulties may arise, such as longer waiting times at borders, as border guards already warn.

The EES in 29 European countries

The EES will operate in 29 European countries, including Poland, and will become an important tool for effective migration management.

Relevance of this information for citizens

In light of the current changes in migration policy, it is important that citizens planning trips to Europe are aware of the new rules in order to avoid potential problems when crossing the border.

Thus, the implementation of the EES is a step towards safer and more organised border control, which in turn may affect migration flows and the labour market in EU countries.

Keywords: border control, Entry/Exit System, migration in the EU, migration policy, security, biometric data, labour market, entry and exit.