EU confirms EES rollout Oct 2025 → full mandatory by April 2026. ETIAS pushed to late 2026. 12-month transition period planned. No immediate change for Indian visa holders.

The European Union is upgrading its border control procedures with the introduction of the EES and ETIAS, two new systems aimed at boosting security and simplifying entry processes for visitors from outside the EU. Here's the most current information on both initiatives as of July 2025.