The EU has delayed full implementation of the Entry-Exit System EES from April to September to give Schengen Area countries more flexibility during the busy summer season.
The biometric system, which will replace the current passport-stamping system by digitally recording travellers names, travel documents, biometric data and facial images, was expected to be fully implemented by April 10.
The 29 participating countries have been granted some leeway to allow implementation to be extended up to early September.
