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Airport leaders report increased wait times for British arrivals in EU

European airport authorities have warned that new border security protocols are causing significant delays for British nationals, with some queue times reportedly tripling at the border.

By 20 Jul 2026 · 12:30 CET Updated 20 Jul 2026 · 12:30 CET

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According to reports from The Local, airport bosses across Europe have identified that updated EU border check procedures are resulting in longer waiting periods for citizens travelling from the United Kingdom.

The authorities indicate that the implementation of these enhanced checks has led to congestion at points of entry, with some travellers facing wait times three times longer than previous averages. Officials have highlighted these logistical challenges as a consequence of the new requirements now in operation within the bloc.

Source: The Local. Read the original report ↗

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