International travel

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Going on holiday anytime soon? Many countries will take your fingerprints at the border and you'll be denied entry if you refuse.

Check this list if you're considering going anywhere.

Country Fingerprints?
United States ⚠️ Has been taking the fingerprints of everyone entering on a non-American passport since 2004.
European Union
(Schengen area - excludes Ireland) 		⚠️ Has been taking the fingerprints of everyone entering on a non-EU passport since 2025.
United Kingdom Does not take fingerprints for normal visa-free entry.
Ireland Does not take fingerprints for normal visa-free entry.
Japan ⚠️ Everyone I've asked who has visited Japan has had their fingerprints taken. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/J-BIS
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