Roaming with Travel Llamas

Europe’s New Border Reality: No Stamps, Just Biometrics

This episode explains Europe’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), which replaces passport stamps with biometric registration (fingerprints and a photo) and logs entry/exit dates for non-EU visitors. It covers how the 90-day limit in any 180-day rolling window is now strictly enforced, what to expect at arrival (kiosk vs officer, step-by-step), practical tips for connections and accessibility, and data privacy protections under GDPR. The host also previews the coming ETIAS pre-travel authorization and answers common concerns from travelers aged 55 and over.