EUROPE TRAVEL CHANGES: ITALY

Change really is good.
Starting in November 2024, a significant change will impact travelers from the U.S. and other non-EU countries, such as the UK, heading to Italy.
The first change will come with the European Entry/Exit System (EES), which will include fingerprinting requirements. This system launches November 10, 2024, and represents a significant shift in how travelers from non-EU countries, including the UK and US, will be processed when entering the Schengen Area, and Italy is a Schengen country.
The next big change is the  European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS), which will be introduced in the first half of 2025, as part of the entry process into the Schengen Area. This new system aims to enhance security and streamline the border control experience for visitors. Here’s a comprehensive look at what EES and ETIAS are, why fingerprinting is involved, how the process works, and what it means for travelers.
What is EES?
Under the European Entry/Exit System (EES), you are required to provide fingerprints each time you enter and exit the Schengen Area. This means that your biometric data will be collected at each border crossing to accurately record your entry and exit.
NOTE:  This information is long. If you want more on costs, etc., please contact us for a copy.  (Also thanks to Mi O My Italy for their timely information for travelers as this is where we got a lot of information for the Italian part.)