# Britons to use e-gates in Switzerland as UK signs £5.2bn trade deal

UK Prime Minister Starmer signed a £5.2 billion trade deal with Switzerland, which includes allowing British citizens to use e-gates at Swiss borders for faster entry. The agreement aims to boost economic ties and simplify travel between the two nations.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/jul/13/brits-e-gates-switzerland-keir-starmer-seals-trade-deal) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:00:48 GMT
- [BBC World](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c621p9yjz1zo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:05:13 GMT