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British Nationals Abroad: Immigration Controls

Asked by Dr Al PinkertonLiberal DemocratForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 21 November 2025UIN 90877

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, if her Department will publish an updated list of the countries with which the UK has negotiated arrangements allowing British citizens to use automated border e-gates.

Answered by Stephen Doughty

Approximately 54 ports currently provide UK nationals with access to eGates in countries including France, Italy, Ireland, Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands and Greece. Access arrangements within the Schengen Area may vary for day-to-day operational reasons, so this estimate is subject to change.

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