New Fingerprint Checks for UK Travelers in Ibiza
Brexit continues to cause issues for UK travelers. As a “third country,” British passport holders need to pass through fingerprint checks in Ibiza and more travel documents to enter the European Union (EU) at a higher cost.
Extra passport checks, which include the provision of fingerprint checks and photographs on ibiza, will increase processing times by almost seven-fold for non-EU citizens. Children under the age of 12 will be exempt.
Fingerprint checks are a security measure used by immigration authorities to verify the identity of individuals entering or leaving a country. These checks involve scanning an individual’s fingerprints electronically and comparing them against a database of known fingerprints, such as criminal databases or visa application records.
Brexit
Typically, when traveling to Ibiza as a British citizen, you would need a valid passport. At immigration control, you may be subject to a routine check of your passport and potentially undergo biometric checks, including fingerprint scans. Officials usually carry out these checks to ensure that the passport presenter is the rightful owner and to verify their identity.
It’s worth noting that travel procedures and requirements can change over time, so it’s essential to consult the official websites of relevant authorities, such as the British government’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) or the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, European Union, and Cooperation, for the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding travel requirements and procedures.
If you have specific concerns or questions about traveling to Ibiza as a British citizen, it would be advisable to reach out to the appropriate embassy, consulate, or immigration authorities for the most accurate and current information.
Not only in Ibiza
The EU’s new biometric check system will apply to British passport holders traveling to the Schengen Area via airports, ports, or border checkpoints. Ibiza’s airport has been already implementing the new system.
Starting in November 2023, UK travelers will also need to apply for a visa-waiver, costing €7, valid for three years.
The European Travel Information and Authorisation Scheme (ETIAS) allows non-EU travelers to visit the Schengen Area without a full visa. However, the European Commission has postponed its introduction by six months.
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