Americans to Be Fingerprinted and Registered to Enter EU Starting November 2024 | 6 Sept 2024 | For years, Americans have been allowed to enter (most of) Europe unrestricted, without overly strict checks or entry permits required. In some airports, like Charles de Gaulle in Paris and Fiumicino in Rome, they are even allowed to use eGates upon landing, like they're Europeans. Starting from November, however, they will be faced with additional bureaucracy. Following years of deliberation, the Brussels-led bloc is finally reforming its border policy to meet the challenges of modern times, from security threats to irregular migration. U.S. passport holders will not be exempt from further scrutiny when flying into the zone. Starting November 2024, if you're an American, you should expect to get fingerprinted and registered upon crossing the European border.