Immigration News - Business Travel, Global Mobility, European Union European Union | Reminder: Entry/Exit System launches Oct. 12 Share this article LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) October 10, 2025 Non-EU nationals are reminded that the Entry/Exit System (EES) is set to begin operations on Oct. 12, 2025. Key Points: As BAL reported, the European Commission announced that it will progressively roll out the EES over six months at the external borders of 29 European countries starting Oct. 12. The new system will record entry and exit data of non-EU nationals visiting the Schengen Area for short stays. The EES will record biometric data such as fingerprints, facial images and other travel information. This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice Group. Copyright © 2025 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. All rights reserved. Reprinting or digital redistribution to the public is permitted only with the express written permission of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For inquiries, please contact copyright@bal.com.