British nationals to face €7 fee to enter the Schengen Area
British passport holders will be required to obtain paid travel authorisation before entering the Schengen Area under new EU border rules.
British passport holders will be required to obtain paid travel authorisation before entering the Schengen Area under new EU border rules.
Passengers arriving in the UK may soon pass border control without showing a passport, as airports prepare to deploy facial recognition technology designed to make arrivals faster and more seamless.
The EU is upgrading how Schengen external borders work, including the Entry/Exit System (EES) and the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS). If you travel visa-free, these changes will shape border checks and advance screening.
From late 2026, travellers from visa-exempt countries will need ETIAS approval to enter most European countries. Here’s what you need to know.