UK Border Digitalisation – a Commentary on the Current State of Affairs

The commentary focuses on the current process of digitalisation of the British immigration procedures by 2025 as a part of a reform brought about by Brexit and broader digital strategies. The policy plan, its implementation and reception are analysed briefly. The British government aim is to digitise the immigration procedures by 2025, support eGates and eventually enforce a contactless mode arrival. The challenges already encountered are presented with the conclusion on the emphasis that is still missing in the practical employment of the policy.