Full implementation of EES system begins, Ministry of Internal Affairs announces: Alternative border crossings recommended to citizens
The Ministry of Internal Affairs, Border Police Directorate reminds citizens that the competent authorities of the European Union, from April 10, 2026, have started the full implementation of the Entry/Exit System (EES system) which, in addition to regular border control, also provides for additional biometric checks for passengers arriving from non-EU countries.
TL;DR
- The European Union's Entry/Exit System (EES) is now fully implemented as of April 10, 2026.
- The EES system introduces additional biometric checks for passengers from non-EU countries, alongside regular border control.
- To avoid potential delays at border crossings, citizens traveling to EU countries are recommended to utilize alternative border crossings.
- A list of alternative border crossings with Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, and Croatia, along with their operating hours, is available on the Ministry of Internal Affairs website.