Arrive three hours early for flights to beat post-Brexit visa queues, Britons warned
Britons traveling to Europe are advised to arrive three hours early for flights due to long queues caused by post-Brexit border checks. The new Entry Exit System has resulted in significant delays at passport control, with some passengers missing their flights. Wizz Air's managing director highlighted the fragmented nature of travel across Europe, urging travelers to prepare for potential waits.
- ▪Travelers from outside the EU must register biometric information when entering the Schengen Area.
- ▪Since the rollout of the Entry Exit System in October, over 44.5 million entries and exits have been recorded.
- ▪Wizz Air recommends arriving at the airport three hours before departure to avoid missing flights due to long queues.
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