Find out all about EES and Lanzarote passport control here

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Here are the sites I have found that give detailed, thorough and accurate information regarding EES and potential delays at Lanzarote airport arrivals, or any other airports in the EU’s Schengen area.

EU official site – information about EES and all related queries

TravelonWorld – more general information about EES and 90/180 day rule

Lanzarote Retreats – detailed information about what to expect and why

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Note – if you are one of the following, EES does not apply:

  • EU passport/ID card holder
  • Residents in Spain with a valid TIE or an expired TIE with regreso or proof of a booked appointment
  • Children under 12
  • Those on a long-term visa in Spain (your passport and visa must be valid.)

EES might apply if you are

  • A UK citizen with an old green certificate – you should update this to a TIE as soon as possible
  • A family member of an EU citizen, travelling with your EU family member or spouse. Be prepared to show proof of your relationship.

Had a flight delay? You are covered by EU law and may be entitled to compensation, even if travelling to/from the UK. Find out more here.

Comments

4 responses to “Find out all about EES and Lanzarote passport control here”

  1. […] If you are a UK passport holder, check the entry requirements for Spain including the Canary islands here. […]

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  3. Lee Bell Avatar
    Lee Bell

    I’m a EU passport holder and my spouse has a non EU (UK) passport. Although we have proof of marriage, translated into Spanish, my wife was refused entry via the EU channel whilst accompanying me on a recent holiday to Lanzarote. Contrary to EU law, It seems the staff at the airport either have no idea of the rules or just choose to ignore them.

    1. admin Avatar

      It seems that different airports have different rules. However, the 90 day rile would still not apply to your wife.

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