The European Union has officially launched the Travel to Europe mobile app on March 23, 2026, to help non-EU travelers pre-register information and reduce delays caused by the Entry/Exit System (EES) at borders.www.connexionfrance.comancara.embaixadaportugal.mne.gov.ptwww.euronews.com Developed by EU border agency Frontex, the free app is now available for download on Google Play and the App Store, targeting high-traffic entry points like Lisbon Airport in Portugal amid ongoing summer travel concerns.

Travelers with biometric passports can log their planned entry up to 72 hours in advance, selecting their border point and arrival time, then submit personal details, scan their passport chip, take a selfie, and add co-travelers. Upon arrival, a generated QR code transmits the data instantly to border officials, streamlining checks without replacing standard procedures. Portuguese authorities note it simplifies the process for both passengers and staff, addressing EES-related queues since its October 2025 rollout.www.thetimes.com

While optional and initially limited to Lisbon—with expansion to other Portuguese airports planned—the app responds to complaints about prolonged waits and recent EU audits flagging deficiencies at key borders. As EES monitors non-EU movements across 29 countries via kiosks for biometrics and passport data, the tool aims to ease peak-season pressures before the related ETIAS system launches later in 2026.