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Written question asked by Lord Rogan (Ulster Unionist Party) on Tuesday, 20 May 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 4 June 2025. It was answered by Lord Hanson of Flint (Labour) on Thursday, 5 June 2025 on behalf of the Home Office.


Airports: Portugal

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what discussions they have had with the government of Portugal about allowing UK passport holders to use e-gates at Portuguese airports.

Answer

We have secured confirmation that there will be no legal barriers to eGates use for UK nationals travelling to and from EU Member States after the introduction of the EU's Entry/Exit System.

But the Prime Minister has been clear that we believe European countries should go further and faster now.

We are therefore working with individual Member States at pace to make that transition happen as soon as possible. This includes discussions with Portugal.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL7700
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Biometrics Airports Immigration controls Portugal
Link
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