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Concerns about potential travel disruptions during the Easter holidays have been alleviated as cross-Channel passengers will not be subjected to new biometric checks. Despite the European Union's deadline for the implementation of its Entry-Exit System (EES), authorities at Eurotunnel and Eurostar have confirmed that facial recognition technology will not be introduced in the coming weeks.
This decision comes as a relief to airlines and airports across Europe, which had been bracing for chaos during the busy travel period. The EES aims to streamline border control processes by using biometric data, but its rollout has faced delays, particularly affecting rail and tunnel services between the UK and France.
As the Easter holiday approaches, travellers can expect to cross the Channel without the added complexity of biometric identification, allowing for a smoother travel experience during one of the busiest times of the year.
Source: www.theguardian.com – https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/04/biometric-checks-stalled-again-for-cross-channel-travellers