Jet2 Leeds Bradford to Lanzarote | New Schengen Passport Scanning Explained

Flying from Leeds Bradford Airport to Arrecife? In this video, I take you through the full journey from LBA to Lanzarote — with a special focus on the new Schengen passport scanning procedures now in place for UK travellers. From check-in to boarding and arrival at Arrecife Airport, I walk you through what’s changed, how the new automated passport scanning works, and what to expect when travelling to any Schengen Zone destination in 2026. ✈️ What’s inside this video • Jet2 check-in at Leeds Bradford • Step-by-step look at the new Schengen passport scanning process • What documents you now need • Onboard Jet2 LBA → ACE • Arrival at Arrecife Airport • Tips to speed up the new checks + avoid delays 🛂 Why these checks matter The UK is now classed as a third country for EU/Schengen travel. Airports including Leeds Bradford are rolling out the new Entry/Exit System (EES) — using facial and biometric scanning for passengers heading to Europe. This video shows the full process so you know what to expect before you fly.