EU fingerprint checks for British travellers to start in 2024

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Under new entry/exit system, facial scans will also be taken from UK passengers on first trip after launch

A new EU digital border system that will require fingerprints and facial scans to be taken from British travellers on first use is expected to launch next autumn, according to reports.

The new entry/exit system (EES) is earmarked to start on 6 October 2024, according to the i and Times newspapers, citing Getlink, the owner of Eurotunnel. The Guardian has contacted Getlink for comment.

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