The end of the queues: Brazilians can now use the "Sem Parar" (automatic toll payment system) at European airports.

Arriving in Europe after a 10-hour flight and facing a 2-hour immigration queue is a traveler's nightmare. But in 2026, this scenario will change for those who possess a Brazilian passport with a chip. (biometric).

Thanks to the new reciprocity agreements and the system EES (Entry/Exit System), Brazil has consolidated its position on the list of "trusted countries," allowing Brazilian tourists to use the e-Gates (the famous automatic doors) at strategic airports in Spain, Italy And of course, Portugal.

The engine of change: The EES system

The main reason for this speed is the EES (Entry/Exit System)Since October 2025, Europe has begun the transition to full biometric control.

• What's happening today: As you pass through the e-Gate, the system scans your face and fingerprints. If you have already been registered on a previous trip, it will be checked. (or at the entrance totem)The gate opens in less than 30 seconds.
• The end of the stamp: The registration is digital. Although the system is in its final installation phase. (with a goal of 100% coverage until April 10, 2026)The main airports are already operating with this fluidity.

Where does the "non-stop" system already work for Brazilians?

Not all airports activated the system for third countries simultaneously, but the entry points preferred by Brazilians lead the list:

• Portugal (Lisbon, Porto and Faro): Pioneers in accepting Brazilian passports at electronic checkpoints.
• Spain (Madrid-Barajas and Barcelona-El Prat): They are already operating with EES kiosks to accelerate passenger flow in Latin America.
• Italy (Rome-Fiumicino and Milan-Malpensa): Advanced implementation of e-Gates for holders of biometric passports in Brazil.

The rules for avoiding being denied access at the turnstile

To ensure that the door opens for you, pay attention to the following requirements:

Document type: the passport must be biometric (The one with the chip symbol on the cover. See photo below).

Minimum age: only adults 18 years (Some airports allow guests over 12 accompanied by children, but the general rule is for adults only.).

And ETIAS? Not yet!

Attention travelers: although the "Sem Parar" (automatic toll payment system) at e-Gates (EES) is already gradually becoming operational, the ETIAS authorization It is not yet required.

The European Commission has confirmed that ETIAS will only come into effect in end of 2026.

Therefore, if any website tries to charge you €7 (or more) for a travel authorization today, it's a scam.