UK holidaymakers face major change as new EU passport rules confirmed
The UK Government today announced that the European Union's (EU) new Entry/Exit System (EES) will begin in October. The EES is a digital border control platform that will replace manual passport stamping for non-EU nationals entering the Schengen Area, including countries such as Spain and Greece.
It forms part of the EU's broader digital transformation of border management, which aims to improve security, detect overstays, and streamline border procedures. Approved last week by the European Parliament with a vote of 572 to 42 (with 67 abstentions), the EES introduces biometric registration and automated entry logs at external EU borders
According to GOV.UK, from October 12, Brits will need to create a digital record on their first visit to the Schengen area, either at the port or airport on arrival. They will also be required to submit fingerprints and have their photos taken at dedicated booths.
They may also be required to answer the Schengen Border Code questions. Travellers will not need to provide any information before arriving in a Schengen country.
The travel insider, Ivaylo Danailov, CEO of SkyRefund, said: "While the Entry/Exit System is primarily about immigration control rather than security screening or boarding, it will still likely have an impact on overall passenger flow, especially at border control points.
"Biometric capture and passport scanning should be able to process multiple passengers simultaneously and reduce border queues, helping passengers reach security and boarding gates more quickly.
"Since the Exit/Entry system will hold recent travel history and biometric data, less time per passenger should be needed, especially for regular or low-risk travellers.
"It also means airlines and border authorities will have more accurate, real-time information about who has entered or exited the Schengen area.
"That should help reduce cases of denied boarding due to visa overstays or documentation issues, which can delay flight departures."
Advice posted on GOV.UK states: "If you enter the Schengen area through the Port of Dover, Eurotunnel at Folkestone or St Pancras International, this information will be taken at the border, before you leave the UK. You may also need to provide either your fingerprint or photo when you leave the Schengen area.
"EES may take each passenger a few extra minutes to complete so be prepared to wait longer than usual at the border once the system starts.
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The exact amount of tax you will need to pay depends on your income. If your income is more than £12,570 but less than £50,270 then you will pay tax at 20 per cent. If you do not file a tax return then you could be hit with a shock tax bill from HMRC asking you to pay the tax you owe and a penalty on top. 10. Teach kids online – £1,200 Many parents will pay for tutoring over the summer so their child is ready for the new school year. An hour of tutoring can cost almost £40, according to Tutor Cruncher. It doesn't matter if you have never tutored before or don't have any qualifications. But those who have experience in certain subjects may be able to help children with more specific needs. Some parents are happy to pay a tutor to help their child with their homework or to read with them. You can use websites, including Tutor Doctor, to match you with potential students. 11. Declutter at a car boot sale – £800 Car boot sales are a great way to make money from your unwanted stuff and reduce clutter at the same time. Outdoor car boot sales are usually held each week from spring to late summer, but some are open all year. You can use the online database Car Boot Junction to find a car boot sale near you. Just enter your postcode and it will tell you which sales are on in your area, if they have toilets and entry fees. Most people make a couple of hundred pounds per event – but some make £5,000 a month. 12. Wash your neighbour's cars – £600 You could earn £20 an hour by cleaning other people's cars. Simply make a sign and offer your services to friends, family members or your neighbours. Assume that each car will take you about an hour to clean and that you will wash up to five a week. You will need to provide your own bucket, soap and hose pipe and it is a labour-intensive job. 13. Become a babysitter – £443 Now that the summer holiday has started, many parents are desperate for a babysitter. You could earn around £10.52 to £14.75 an hour as a babysitter, according to Bubble Childcare. You can also use the app to find families who need a babysitter in your area. Simply set up a profile, search for jobs with local families and then receive your payment through the app. 14. Do odd jobs for cash – £959 If you are good at DIY, then you could earn hundreds of pounds by mounting TVs and mirrors this summer. You will need to be good with a tape measure, be able to lift heavy items and use a drill. You can earn around £31.97 an hour with this side hustle, according to TaskRabbit. Use the app to find and apply for opportunities. 15. Help others get fit – £900 If you're into fitness, then you could make money by training others in your local park. A new personal trainer can charge £20 to £30 per hour, according to Your Personal Training UK. You may need to complete a course before you are able to work as a personal trainer. Some of these courses can be done online or at in-person sessions at a local college. 16. Walk other people's pets – £338 A simple way to earn some extra cash is by walking other people's dogs. The average dog walker charge in the UK is about £11.25 per walk, according to Go Walkies. Download its app and create a profile to get started, but experience with animals is preferred by pet owners. 17. Paint or decorate – £892 Lots of people decorate their homes during the summer, as paint dries much faster in warm weather. On average, painters and decorators earn £29.72 an hour through TaskRabbit. Search the app to find and apply for opportunities. You may need to buy your own paintbrushes, sheets and paint rollers. 18. Become a d elivery driver – £404 If you have a car and can drive, then you could earn a steady income this summer as a delivery driver. On average, drivers for courier DPD earn £13.47 per hour - which is above minimum wage. Check out openings on Indeed or download the Evri app and sign up to become a self-employed courier. 19. Get paid to sit on the beach – £420 Fancy earning money while sitting on the beach this summer? You can earn up to £14.10 per hour as a lifeguard for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI). You will need to complete a training course before you can start working, and you will be called into action should an emergency take place. But in between you'll be able to enjoy the surroundings on the sand during the summer months while more people head to the coast. Get qualified by visiting the RNLI website. 20. Pick fruit at a local farm – £366 Strawberry season is here, which means there are lots of opportunities to earn money by picking fruit. Fruit picking jobs in the UK typically pay at least the National Living Wage, which is currently £12.21 for those aged 21 and over. You don't need any experience to apply, and you can work on a flexible basis. Websites including Indeed, Jooble, and the Find a Job service list loads of seasonal and field roles. 21. Stay in someone else's house – £240 You could earn money and enjoy a stay in a new town or city by becoming a house sitter. The standard rate is £60 per day, according to House and Home Sitters UK. You can offer your services online on websites, including 22. Clean caravans – £1,200 Caravan holidays are popular with families who want a getaway in the UK. But did you know that you can make extra cash by cleaning them? You could earn £100 for cleaning the exterior and £95 for the interior of a caravan, Checkatrade says. Ask your local caravan park if they need help during the busy summer season. 23. Waitressing at high-end events – £366 Summer is packed with sporting events and weddings where waiters are needed. The job is perfect for people who are friendly, good on their feet and physically fit. You could earn at least minimum wage (£12.21 an hour) plus extra in tips. You can register for work on websites including Push Promotions and E4S. 24. Rent out your spare room – £3,500 Earn £1,000 a month letting out all or part of your home, according to Hello Guest. Some guests have earned up to £3,500 per month in summer, it said. Airbnb is the most popular platform for short-term rentals but you'll of course need a spare room to begin with. To create a listing, just write a short description of your home, take a few photos and explain what makes it unique. 25. Sell your food at a street market – £300 You could earn up to £100 a day by signing up for a stall at your local farmers' market. Bake your own cupcakes, rustle up some samosas or make your own sandwiches to sell. Some markets charge you to run your own stall, so check the costs before you sign up. Side hustle site Airtasker has lots of tips to get you started. .
