A system failure affecting all 78 e-gates at Schiphol on Sunday caused significant disruption for travellers, resulting in hundreds missing their flights and thousands experiencing extensive delays. The border police have declined to release details of the investigation into the malfunction, citing ongoing inquiries. Passengers reported chaotic scenes and long queues as officers were forced to manually process travellers, severely impacting airport operations. The issues began on Sunday and affected departures, creating a backlog throughout the day. Authorities are working to determine the cause of the failure and prevent recurrence. The lack of transparency from border police regarding the investigation has drawn criticism as travellers seek answers and accountability for the disruptions experienced at Schiphol.