A draft agreement between the EU and the United States concerning the transfer of biometric and other data to US authorities is raising significant privacy concerns, particularly regarding automated decision-making for EU travelers. The proposed framework, driven by US demands for continued participation in the Visa Waiver Program, could allow US security agencies to make entry decisions solely through algorithms, even for sensitive personal information like political opinions or sexual orientation, provided US law permits it. While the draft includes provisions for "appropriate safeguards" and the right to request human intervention, critics argue these are vague and could undermine legal protections by excluding judicial review and potentially overriding EU data protection regulations like the GDPR and the AI Act. The agreement also faces challenges in its extraterritorial application and the exclusion of independent tribunals for dispute resolution, creating a complex balancing act for the EU between ensuring travel freedom and protecting fundamental rights.