The Entry/Exit System (EES) has been in force throughout Europe since October 12, 2025. These new travel regulations affect third-country nationals entering and leaving the EU. EU citizens are not affected by EES. These new travel regulations will replace traditional passport stamps in the long term. Munich Airport's EES rollout schedule is as follows:
- Terminal 1: November 11, 2025
- Terminal 2: November 18, 2025
- Full operational deployment: April 2026
What changes does EES bring to Schengen borders?
For non-EU nationals entering the EU, border procedures will change. Upon arrival, travelers will be digitally registered in a central European database through passport scans, facial recognition, and fingerprint collection. Departures will also be recorded to enhance security across Europe.
What to expect as a passenger?
The implementation of this new system will increase processing times at the border. However, Munich Airport is working closely with authorities to ensure the process remains efficient and easy. To help speed up passenger flow, 119 self-service registration kiosks have been installed (at selected checkpoints), while final identity verification continues to be conducted at the Federal Police border counter. The usage of the Self-Service Systems is recommended. EU nationals may continue to use EasyPass, to keep waiting times to a minimum.
