What helps with EU entry-exit delays

An app aiming to reduce EU border bottlenecks

Europe’s new biometric border system is creating delays, reflecting the operational strain of processing travelers at volume while new technology and procedures bed in. The report highlights that long lines are still a real experience for passengers, but points to a new app that could help some travelers move through faster.

The key takeaway for travellers is that the problem isn’t simply “waiting”—it’s waiting at a specific stage of entry where identity checks and data capture are taking longer than expected. In that environment, any tool that streamlines the flow (for example by reducing time spent at the physical checkpoints) can make a meaningful difference, particularly during peak arrival periods.

How to use this information for planning

• Arrive earlier than you normally would when entering the EU/UK area with biometrics in play.
• Consider downloading the app mentioned in the story before travel so you’re not dealing with setup at the airport.
• Plan around peak times (morning arrivals, weekends, and holiday periods) because even improved processing may not remove all queueing.
• Keep documents handy: apps are most effective when passengers can complete verification steps smoothly.

If you’re traveling soon and you’re sensitive to delays—tight hotel check-in windows, prepaid tours, or connecting travel—this kind of update is worth factoring into your buffer time. Even small improvements in border-processing speed can translate into less uncertainty and fewer missed onward plans.