Passport stamps and digital records

The EES (Entry/Exit System) has replaced physical passport stamping for entry into the Schengen zone. Travelers should not expect a physical stamp in their passport; the process is now entirely digital.

The Entry/Exit System (EES) has replaced physical stamps in passports for Schengen entries/exits. Online visa status checks (EES portal) are unreliable and often display 'not ok' for valid visas; official confirmation should rely on the actual visa sticker in the passport or contact with the consulate.

Before departure, check the EES status. A change to 'OK' indicates readiness, while 'not ok' might require attention. This user experienced a positive last-minute status update.

A 'NOT OK' status in the EES system after receiving a Hungarian visa is a common issue and does not typically affect actual border crossings, as long as the visa itself is valid and properly issued.

Due to the implementation of the EES (Entry/Exit System), passport stamps for border crossings are no longer consistently issued. While some travelers may request a stamp on a separate paper slip, the primary record of entry and exit is now digital.

The EU's Entry/Exit System (EES) often displays a 'NOT OK' status for valid short-term visas, which is currently causing automated cancellations of transport tickets (e.g., FlixBus, airlines). Official guidance indicates that 'NOT OK' is not a formal denial of entry. Travelers should carry physical proof of their itinerary (hotel bookings, paid tickets, payment receipts from the Visa Application Center) to provide as documentation in case of manual inspection by border officials or carrier staff.

To check your EES status for Hungary: leave the first field as 'Passport (P)', enter your passport number without spaces, select 'Russia' as the issuing country, enter only your Schengen entry date (leave exit date blank), and select 'Hungary'. Note that this method previously resulted in a 'NOT OK' status for some users.