The EES will store different biometric identifiers depending on whether or not you need a short-stay visa.
- Do you need a short-stay visa to travel to the European countries using the EES?
In this case, the system will store only your facial image (your fingerprints were already registered when you applied for a visa).
- No need for a visa?
In this case, the system will store 4 of your fingerprints and your facial image.
Currently, the fingerprints of children below 12 years old are not scanned, even if they are subject to the EES.