EES Lines Are Getting Longer. SkyVIP Helps You Move Faster

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The 30-second explainer

What is EES — and how does SkyVIP help?

The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) adds a new biometric border-check process for many non-Schengen travelers. That can mean extra steps at the airport. SkyVIP helps make the process smoother with personal Meet & Greet assistance.

New biometric checks
EES introduces a digital border check that may require photo and fingerprint registration for eligible travelers entering Europe.
Extra time at the airport
Because EES adds new steps, passengers may face longer lines, more waiting, and more confusion at busy airports.
How SkyVIP helps
A SkyVIP greeter personally guides you through the airport, helps you find your way to and through the EES biometric kiosks, and accompanies you onward with less stress and less unnecessary waiting.

Traveler registering at an EES biometric border kiosk

Personal EES guidanceFrom airport arrival to your gate or transfer

In full effect since April 10, 2026

Why the queues are long

4×

longer border checks — biometric registration takes ~90 seconds vs 20–25 seconds for a stamp

IATA

3.5h

wait times can reach at peak, per a survey of 45 airports in 20 EU states

ACI

2 yrs

of expected disruption while countries work through the new system

officials via The Guardian

1 kiosk

failing is all it takes — that traveler joins the already-long manual line

ACI via CBS

Same airport, different day

What travelers are reporting

From traveler reports on Reddit, Facebook, and X — and from our own greeters on the ground.

BRU

“We stood in the EES queue for hours — it barely moved.”

Traveler at Brussels Airport, where 4+ hour waits are reported at peak

LIS

“None of the kiosks worked, so everyone had to line up to see an agent.”

Traveler arriving in Lisbon

GVA

“Departure took 40 minutes even with 5–6 desks open — the biometric checks slow everyone down.”

Traveler departing Geneva

CDG

45-minute waits some days, multi-hour waits on others.

The day-to-day swing at Paris Charles de Gaulle

SkyVIP greeter meeting travelers with a name sign

The guided path

How SkyVIP gets you through

1
A greeter meets you
Right off the plane or curbside — a local greeter who knows your specific airport, for arrivals, departures, or connections.
2
You take the fastest lane
Your greeter knows which kiosks are working and which line is moving today — and gets you into a priority or fast-track lane where one is available.
3
Your luggage is handled
Help with your bags while you complete the mandatory formalities — no juggling suitcases in a border queue.
4
You're walked to your ride or gate
The help doesn't stop at immigration — your greeter guides you to your transfer or next flight, making sure you're taken care of every step of the way.

To be clear: EES biometric registration is mandatory — nobody can skip it. What we remove is the confusion, the wrong lines, and the wasted time.

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Clients reviews

Excellent service at CDG airport last week! We were met at the train station, helped with our luggage, and escorted to our airline then through security. We were able to bypass the long lines caused by the new security systems. Would highly recommend SkyVip!

We had a short connection in Paris, and were worried about making our flight with the new EES system, so we booked with SkyVIP.. and it was worth every penny. Elias met us right off the plane, and navigated us through the airport in the most efficient way, and we were able to skip to the front of the line for security and passport/border control. The line was really long, we wouldn’t have made our connection without booking this service! We even had time to grab a coffee and relax before our next flight. 100% worth it if you are worried about a short connection or have any anxiety about navigating a foreign airport.

I arranged both arrival and departure services for our trip to Paris for the French Open. CDG felt like a maze to us but the service moved us through the airport flawlessly and quickly. Departure service from Javed was amazing and we were through security and passport control in minutes and taken directly to the lounge. What an amazing experience!

We had a wonderful experience with SkyVIP Services in Frankfurt. They assisted three of our family members, including an elderly passenger who needed extra support, and the entire process was smooth from beginning to end. Their representative was kind, professional, patient, and made everyone feel comfortable and cared for throughout the airport experience. What could have been a stressful connection became incredibly easy thanks to their help. The communication and coordination were excellent, and it gave our family great peace of mind knowing our loved ones were being looked after. The service was worth every penny, and our guests were genuinely impressed by how seamless everything felt. We are very grateful for the care they received and would absolutely use SkyVIP again in the future.

Raquel Rodriguez

We used SkyVIP services at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport recently for our group of 6. Tina and Javed met us at our gate and escorted us quickly and smoothly through passport control, assisted us at baggage claim, helped us locate our driver and stayed with us to see us off. They were AMAZING! I can't imagine now ever not using SkyVIP's services especially for international travel! The office staff was also quick to respond to my questions. SkyVIP Services is a home run!

We engaged SkyVIP for the Meet & Greet service at Milan Airport for our VIP guests, and the experience was executed to an exceptional standard. The entire operation was managed with a high level of professionalism, efficiency, and discretion. Coordination was seamless, airport formalities were handled smoothly, and the on-ground team demonstrated excellent attention to detail throughout the process. For high-profile travelers where precision and reliability are essential, SkyVIP proved to be a trusted and capable partner. The service fully met our expectations and reflected true premium standards. We would confidently recommend their services and look forward to working with them again.

Muhamad Musthafa

Excellent service at CDG airport last week! We were met at the train station, helped with our luggage, and escorted to our airline then through security. We were able to bypass the long lines caused by the new security systems. Would highly recommend SkyVip!

We had a short connection in Paris, and were worried about making our flight with the new EES system, so we booked with SkyVIP.. and it was worth every penny. Elias met us right off the plane, and navigated us through the airport in the most efficient way, and we were able to skip to the front of the line for security and passport/border control. The line was really long, we wouldn’t have made our connection without booking this service! We even had time to grab a coffee and relax before our next flight. 100% worth it if you are worried about a short connection or have any anxiety about navigating a foreign airport.

I arranged both arrival and departure services for our trip to Paris for the French Open. CDG felt like a maze to us but the service moved us through the airport flawlessly and quickly. Departure service from Javed was amazing and we were through security and passport control in minutes and taken directly to the lounge. What an amazing experience!

We had a wonderful experience with SkyVIP Services in Frankfurt. They assisted three of our family members, including an elderly passenger who needed extra support, and the entire process was smooth from beginning to end. Their representative was kind, professional, patient, and made everyone feel comfortable and cared for throughout the airport experience. What could have been a stressful connection became incredibly easy thanks to their help. The communication and coordination were excellent, and it gave our family great peace of mind knowing our loved ones were being looked after. The service was worth every penny, and our guests were genuinely impressed by how seamless everything felt. We are very grateful for the care they received and would absolutely use SkyVIP again in the future.

Raquel Rodriguez

We used SkyVIP services at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport recently for our group of 6. Tina and Javed met us at our gate and escorted us quickly and smoothly through passport control, assisted us at baggage claim, helped us locate our driver and stayed with us to see us off. They were AMAZING! I can't imagine now ever not using SkyVIP's services especially for international travel! The office staff was also quick to respond to my questions. SkyVIP Services is a home run!

We engaged SkyVIP for the Meet & Greet service at Milan Airport for our VIP guests, and the experience was executed to an exceptional standard. The entire operation was managed with a high level of professionalism, efficiency, and discretion. Coordination was seamless, airport formalities were handled smoothly, and the on-ground team demonstrated excellent attention to detail throughout the process. For high-profile travelers where precision and reliability are essential, SkyVIP proved to be a trusted and capable partner. The service fully met our expectations and reflected true premium standards. We would confidently recommend their services and look forward to working with them again.

Muhamad Musthafa

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