If you cherish the tradition of collecting passport stamps, you might want to prioritize getting one from the European Union before November 10, 2024. After this date, the practice of manually stamping passports will be phased out in favour of a new automated system, potentially leaving stamp enthusiasts yearning for a nostalgic keepsake.
According to recent reports, the European Union is moving away from passport stamps and introducing the Entry/Exit System (EES). This upgrade aims to enhance border control efficiency and security. The current manual stamping process is seen as outdated, lacking in systematic data collection, and insufficient in tracking overstayers. The EES will address these issues by digitally registering travellers, capturing biometric data, and precisely recording entry and exit details.