The European Union's Entry/Exit Scheme will replace the stamping of passports from October 2024.Passengers' names, biometric data and the place of entry and exit will be checked as part of the system.It means Brits visiting Europe will need to submit fingerprints and facial biometrics before they travel.However, a recent survey found that 63 per cent of adults in the UK are not even aware of the drastic changes coming into force.
Read more: New travel rules in 25 EU countries such as Greece and Spain - but some British holidaymakers will be exemptRead more: Brits face new travel rules from 'October 2024' - how will you be affected? French officials will carry out the checks at Dover for the Eurotunnel and at St Pancras International for the Eurostar.It comes despite concerns being raised by Home Secretary James Cleverly and Foreign Secretary David Cameron over the new system.