European Border System Sparks Fury as British Tourists Slam ‘Complete Absurdity’

British tourists are voicing their frustration after chaotic scenes at European airports, calling the new Schengen entry system “completely absurd.” The anger erupted at Ibiza Airport in Spain, where long lines formed at passport control as the new Entry Exit System (EES) malfunctioned. Travelers reported that faulty scanners forced them to undergo manual checks twice, with some barely making their flights. One holidaymaker told the Daily Mail: “It was total absurdity. This is a quiet time of year, no school holidays, and it’s still a mess. During peak summer, it’ll be mayhem.” The incident follows reports of passengers fainting in crowds at an Italian airport, where three-hour queues snaked outside the terminal. An EasyJet flight reportedly departed without stranded passengers. The EES, which replaces paper passport stamps, requires biometric data collection for all non-EU travelers entering the Schengen zone. Critics argue the system is not ready for peak travel seasons, leaving tourists frustrated and airlines scrambling.