Cyprus airports dodge Schengen Entry/Exit chaos—for now
The EU’s new biometric Entry/Exit System (EES) caused long queues across the Schengen Area this week, but Cyprus escaped disruption because it has not yet joined Schengen. Authorities are nonetheless preparing for eventual adoption, which could strain Larnaca and Paphos airports given the high volume of UK visitors. Businesses should start adapting travel policies to the forthcoming system.
Jul 11, 2026