BLUF
All non-EU visitors will now have fingerprints and photos taken upon entry and exit to 29 European and Schengen-associated countries. The new process should make border checks more efficient, and prevent irregular migration.Learning Outcomes:
• Technological Literacy: The article enhances understanding of biometric data systems and their growing role in international border management.
• Strategic Awareness: Explains how digital identification supports broader goals of travel efficiency and regional security across the EU.