The EU's new entry/exit system (EES) will start on 12 October, requiring non-EU Eurostar travelers to scan passports and answer questions at London St Pancras station. Confusion exists regarding the necessity of medical insurance, which Eurostar clarified as a translation error; it should be 'travel insurance'. From 12 October, only business and premium class passengers will undergo checks, while others will start in January 2026. The UK government states medical insurance is not mandatory but recommends travel insurance. French authorities require proof of medical insurance for third-country nationals, though enforcement is unclear.