Why aren't they stamping my passport?


Why aren't they stamping my passport? In August 2022, CBP began a pilot program as part of its Simplified Arrival Program to eliminate ink stamps in passports as a means to verify the entry of foreign nationals. The ultimate goal is to streamline and digitize the entry process for travelers at all international airports across the United States.


Do they still stamp passports in Europe?

The European Union will be implementing a new digital system that will replace stamping passports upon arrival. Getting your passport stamped when traveling to Europe may become a thing of the past as a new screening system upon arrival is expected to launch next year.


Does your passport get stamped from UK to Paris?

A passport issued by an EU/EEA country will not be stamped on entry to another EU/EEA country. A passport issued by a non-EU/EEA country (United States, Australia, India ... ) will be stamped on entry to the Schengen Area (e.g. when you travel on the Eurostar from UK to France).


What country has the coolest passport stamp?

Peru has some of the coolest stamps in our opinion. From the spectacular and remote Rainbow Mountain to Machu Picchu and of course the Nazca Lines further south, there is no shortage of awesome and unique passport stamps in Peru.


Why won t my passport scan at the airport?

It might not be scanning because: you haven't aligned the NFC reader on your phone with your passport; or. your passport chip might not be working.