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Written question asked by Andrew Griffith (Conservative) on Tuesday, 20 May 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 2 June 2025 (named day). It was answered by Nick Thomas-Symonds (Labour) on Wednesday, 4 June 2025 on behalf of the Cabinet Office.


EU Countries: Immigration Controls

Question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether the potential use of eGates set out in the UK-EU Common Understanding will include an exemption from the upcoming EU Entry Exit system requirements for fingerprinting.

Answer

UK national travellers will be required to register in the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES). Exemptions will be in place for UK nationals who are Withdrawal Agreement beneficiaries or otherwise long-term resident in the EU. Implementation of the EES is a matter for the EU and its Member States, and subject to ongoing EU legislative processes.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
53673
Session
2024-26
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
EU countries Fingerprints Immigration controls
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk