Glitches in new EU border system may stop Britons from traveling; author Jojo Moyes affected

The EU's new Entry/Exit System (EES), which replaced passport stamps in April 2026, is incorrectly failing to log departures for some British travelers, leading to false "overstay" accusations. As a result, travelers face risks of fines, detention, or entry bans for the Schengen area, despite having legally remained within the 90-day limit. The EU has launched legal proceedings against IBM and two other firms involved in the system's development, while the UK Foreign Office advises citizens to keep proof of all their entry and exit dates.