Border checks expand inland and Schiphol delays worsen: What internationals need to know
From October 1, the Marechaussee can conduct border checks up to 20 km inside the Netherlands, easing congestion in border towns but increasing random stops for drivers. Meanwhile, Schiphol's digital EES system caused 110-minute waits in early September, with internal documents calling the situation 'critical.' Internationals should carry residence documents and allow extra travel time.
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