The European Union's new Entry/Exit System (EES) has been implemented across all Schengen Area countries, including popular tourist destinations like Spain, Portugal, and Greece. This system replaces traditional passport stamping with biometric registration, requiring British travelers to provide facial images and fingerprints upon entry. However, many travelers have reported significant delays, with some facing queues lasting up to three hours, leading to missed flights. Despite attempts by Greece to temporarily suspend these checks for UK tourists, the system is now fully operational. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) has advised travelers to expect longer wait times at borders due to the new procedures. The British Travel Association (ABTA) has expressed concerns about the rollout, urging border authorities to implement stronger contingency measures during peak travel times to alleviate the situation. Mark Tanzer, ABTA's chief executive, emphasized the importance of effective management to prevent long delays.