Petition · Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Raise formal objections to EU Biometric Border Checks for British Travellers
Closed
121 signatures
What the petition asks
We call on the UK Government to raise formal objections with the European Union regarding the upcoming implementation of the Entry/Exit System (EES), which will require UK and other non-EU nationals to submit biometric data (fingerprints and facial images) when entering the Schengen Area.
This system poses serious concerns about privacy, data protection and freedom of movement. Biometric surveillance at borders risks normalising mass data collection. We urge the Government to oppose the use of biometric data as a condition of travel for UK citizens. Seek exemptions through diplomatic channels. As a country that values privacy and human rights we feel the UK should not remain silent while our citizens are subjected to invasive surveillance technologies when travelling abroad.
Timeline
| 12 Nov 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 12 May 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
121
Status
Closed
Department
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Opened
12 Nov 2025
Closed
12 May 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 11 Aug 2026.