EasyJet 'flights being missed' alert as passengers share 'not enough time' fears

EasyJet 'flights being missed' alert as passengers share 'not enough time' fearsThe airline has issued guidance online after a passenger shared their concernsCommentsTravelCharlotte Smith Senior Lifestyle Content Editor09:11, 13 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesThe new system has meant long waiting times for many passengers across Europe(Image: Getty )EasyJet Holidays has responded after passengers shared concerns online that they may miss their flights due to long queues at popular European airports. As the European Union's (EU) new Entry/Exit System (EES) continues to roll out across the continent, passengers face long waits because it requires non-EU travellers to register biometric data, such as fingerprints and photos, on arrival, replacing passport stamps.The new automated digital border system launched on October 12, 2025, and is expected to be fully operational in the Schengen Area by April 10, 2026. A statement on Gov.uk reads: "EES may take each passenger extra time to complete, so be prepared to wait longer than usual at the border."The countries in the Schengen area include: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland. Many airports are reportedly facing long border check queues due to the new system.The Republic of Ireland and Cyprus are not part of the Schengen area, so EES is not required when travelling to either country. Gov.uk adds: "You may also be asked to provide either your fingerprint or photo when you exit the Schengen area. The checks may take slightly longer than previously, so be prepared to wait during busy times."People have taken to social media to share their concerns about missing their flights due to long passport control queues, including EasyJet passengers. One woman, call...