# EES at Bari (BRI) — Status & Wait Times | EESQueue > Is EES live at Bari (BRI)? Current status, kiosk info, first-entry wait estimates and known issues for Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport, Italy. Source: https://eesqueue.com/airport/bari-karol-wojtyla-international-airport - [Home](https://eesqueue.com/) - [Airports](https://eesqueue.com/ees-airports) - Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport (BRI) # Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport (BRI) — EES status & queues Bari, Italy · Live Typical first entry ~5 min curated estimate Returning traveller ~1 min via e-gates No live report right now — these are typical estimates, and we never invent numbers. [Compare all airports →](https://eesqueue.com/ees-wait-times) **Current known issues:** As of 3 Jul 2026, airport operator Aeroporti di Puglia states EES "is operating smoothly" with no plans to halt checks: "We are not experiencing any issues" — a contrast to the chaos at major Italian hubs 🛂 Italy runs "flex mode" until 30 September 2026: if queues top 45 minutes, officers may switch to faster manual passport stamping. A stamp issued under flex mode is a valid entry record. EES live since 2025-10-20 Self-service kiosks Not disclosed **EES has been live at Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport since 2025-10-20.** First-time registration — passport scan, four fingerprints and a facial image — takes roughly 5 minutes per traveller. Self-service kiosks handle biometric enrolment — use them rather than the staffed-booth queue where you can. Returning travellers already enrolled clear in about a minute via facial-recognition gates. ## What happens at the EES kiosk - **Approach a self-service EES kiosk or booth.** At most major Schengen airports, follow the signs for "Non-EU / EES Registration" after disembarking. Kiosks are typically placed before the staffed immigration booths. - **Scan your passport.** Place your passport photo page down on the reader. The kiosk scans the MRZ (machine-readable zone) and confirms your identity. Make sure your chipped biometric passport is intact — damaged chips trigger a manual fallback. - **Provide fingerprints.** Place four fingers (excluding the thumb) flat on the scanner when prompted, first right hand then left. Children under 12 skip this step. - **Capture facial image.** Look straight at the camera with no hat, sunglasses, or face covering. Neutral expression. The kiosk validates the image against your passport photo. - **Answer any border questions.** Most travelers are waved through. Some are directed to a staffed booth for standard purpose-of-visit and length-of-stay questions. Have proof of onward travel and accommodation ready. - **Collect receipt and proceed — no passport stamp.** The kiosk prints a small entry receipt. Your entry is now recorded digitally; no physical stamp is added to your passport. Keep the receipt for your records until you exit the Schengen Area. ## Tips for Bari ### Use self-service kiosks when available Self-service EES kiosks are almost always faster than the staffed booth queue. Major hubs have 20+ kiosks per terminal; use them unless directed otherwise. ### Keep your biometric passport chip intact EES relies on the biometric chip embedded in your passport. A damaged chip triggers a slower manual fallback and may cause you to be sent to a staffed booth. ### Use family lanes with children under 12 Most large airports (CDG, FRA, AMS, FCO, MAD, BCN) have dedicated family lanes to simplify the process for parents. Children still need a facial image but skip fingerprinting. ### Allow extra connection time If you are connecting through a Schengen hub (AMS, CDG, FRA, MUC) onto an intra-Schengen flight, build in an extra 60–90 minutes for EES enrolment on your first trip. Planning multiple trips? Make sure you stay inside 90 days per 180 with the [Schengen 90/180 calculator](https://eesqueue.com/schengen-calculator). See also the [Italy EES guide](https://eesqueue.com/italy-ees-guide). ## Other EES airports in Italy [Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)](https://eesqueue.com/airport/rome-fiumicino-airport) · [Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP)](https://eesqueue.com/airport/milan-malpensa-international-airport) · [Milano Linate Airport (LIN)](https://eesqueue.com/airport/milano-linate-airport) · [Milan Bergamo Airport / Antonio Locatelli Air Base (BGY)](https://eesqueue.com/airport/milan-bergamo-airport-antonio-locatelli-air-base) · [Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)](https://eesqueue.com/airport/venice-marco-polo-airport) · [Naples International Airport (NAP)](https://eesqueue.com/airport/naples-international-airport) · [Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)](https://eesqueue.com/airport/bologna-guglielmo-marconi-airport) · [Pisa International Airport (PSA)](https://eesqueue.com/airport/pisa-international-airport) ## EES FAQ ### What is EES? The Entry/Exit System (EES) is an EU-wide digital border system that replaces passport stamping for non-EU nationals entering the Schengen Area for short stays. It records each traveler’s name, passport data, date and place of entry and exit, and biometric data (four fingerprints plus a facial image) at a self-service kiosk or staffed booth on first entry. ### Do I need to use the kiosk every time I enter? Yes for the biographic and exit check — but only the first entry requires full biometric enrolment. On subsequent entries within the 3-year retention window, the system reuses your stored biometrics; most airports use facial recognition at a fast lane, which typically completes in 30–60 seconds. ### How long does first-entry EES registration take? Typically 3 to 7 minutes per traveler on first entry, depending on the airport, kiosk availability, and language selection. Families and groups should expect longer total times. Airports with pre-registration apps (Finland, Netherlands, some French terminals) can shorten this to under 2 minutes. ### What about returning travelers? Returning travelers who have already been enrolled typically spend 30 seconds to 1 minute at the border. Most Schengen airports now route returning EES travelers through dedicated facial-recognition gates, which are faster than the old manual stamping queues. ### Is EES the same as ETIAS? No. EES is a border check: you complete biometric registration at a kiosk or booth on arrival at a Schengen airport, land crossing, or port. ETIAS (expected to start in late 2026, becoming mandatory in 2027) is a separate online travel authorization you apply for before your flight — similar to the US ESTA. Visa-exempt travelers will eventually need both: ETIAS approved in advance, and EES registration on arrival. Last verified: 2026-07-12. Estimates are for planning only — verify with the airport and the [official EU EES page](https://travel-europe.europa.eu/ees_en) before travel.