EU AI Act Compliance Checklist for AI Agents (87 Days Until Enforcement)

The EU AI Act becomes fully enforceable on August 1, 2026 — 87 days away. Most companies know they need to comply. Almost none know what "ready" means at the technical level. This checklist covers everything your AI agent needs before the deadline. Step 1 — Determine Your Risk Classification The EU AI Act classifies AI systems into four tiers. Your obligations depend entirely on which tier your agent falls into. Unacceptable Risk — Prohibited. Cannot deploy in EU. Examples: social scoring, real-