Dear Member,

In the letter dated 08.10.2025 and numbered 12735, sent to our Chamber from the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye,

Studies on road transport in our country are being followed by the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey , and the latest statements made by the European Commission regarding the Entry/Exit System (EES) and the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS), developed by the European Union to digitalize and increase the security of border crossing processes within the framework of relevant international legislation, are summarized below.

The new EES system will enter into force on October 12, 2025, and will be gradually implemented at external border crossings by European countries. Data collection will begin in phases, with full implementation expected on April 10, 2026.

The ETIAS system will become operational in the last quarter of 2026. Travelers are not expected to take any action at this stage. The European Union will announce the exact start date of ETIAS a few months before its implementation.

The "EES Information Booklet," prepared for this purpose, is attached and is expected to be helpful in informing our members. The booklet contains important information on the EES system implementation process, new biometric data recordings (fingerprints, facial images) at border crossings, and travel planning.

In this context, our Chamber members:

•Ensuring that drivers and passengers are informed about the EES system,

• Check passport validity periods, visa conditions and border crossing documents in advance,

•It is important that they make the necessary preparations to adjust their travel plans, taking into account the potential congestion and processing time increases during the first passes.

Additionally, those who wish to access the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section and up-to-date information about the systems can visit https://travel-europe.europa.eu/ees .

Best regards.