EES/ETIAS Information

Dear Members,

Our Union closely monitors developments regarding road transport in our country. In line with relevant international regulations, the latest announcements by the European Commission regarding the Entry/Exit System (EES) and the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS), developed to digitize and enhance the security of border crossing procedures, are summarized below. The new EES system will enter into force on October 12, 2025, and will be implemented gradually at external border crossings by European countries. The data collection process will be initiated in phases, with full implementation to be completed by April 10, 2026. The ETIAS system will become operational in the last quarter of 2026. At this stage, no action is required from travelers. The European Union will announce the exact start date of ETIAS a few months prior to implementation.

Attached is the "EES Information Booklet" prepared on the subject, which is deemed useful for informing your members. The booklet contains important information on the implementation process of the EES system, new biometric data registrations (fingerprints, facial images) to be conducted at border crossings, and planning travel durations. In this context, it is crucial for your Chamber members to: • Ensure drivers and passengers are informed about the EES system, • Verify passport validity periods, visa conditions, and border crossing documents in advance, • Make necessary preparations to adjust travel plans, considering potential congestion and increased processing times during initial implementations. Additionally, those seeking Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and up-to-date information on the systems may visit https://travel-europe.europa.eu/ees.