ETIAS NEWS

ETIAS will become operational in 2026 , according to official EU sources. Visa-free visitors to the European Union will soon need to register online before travelling to Europe. ETIAS should be operational from 2026 . The European Parliament approved the European Travel Informatio...

Non-EU citizens travelling to Europe without a visa need to apply for ETIAS, this includes paying a processing fee. Paying for the ETIAS is the last stage in the application process. You need to pay the fee online before submitting your form and getting authorisation to travel. The ETIAS fee...

The Entry-Exit System (EES) will have a significant impact on Schengen Area border control. According to eu-Lisa, EES & ETIAS are ”the most influential electronic travel systems to be deployed worldwide”. But what is the difference between EES and ETIAS, and what do they mean for travellers...

With more and more people working remotely since the start of the 2020s, many European countries have launched digital nomad visas. If you want the freedom to travel to Europe and do remote work, you can enjoy the digital nomad lifestyle with one of these visas. Nations all over the...

ETIAS will soon be available for many third-country nationals visiting Europe, however, not everyone needs to apply. This article explains who is ineligible for ETIAS due to their nationality and who should not apply for an ETIAS visa waiver based on other eligibility criteria. From...

Citizens of more than 50 non-EU countries can travel to Europe without a visa. You can visit most European countries visa-free from these non-EU nations. More than a billion people from across the world can enjoy visa-free travel to Europe. Passport holders from over 50 non-EU...

An EU-wide Passenger Name Record (PNR) system is being implemented alongside the ETIAS and the EES to further improve security within the European Union. The PNR was first introduced in 2007 but legislators initially had trouble passing the regulation due to privacy concerns. Issues were re...

ETIAS will make EU travel experiences easier and safer for visa-exempt third-country citizens. Air, land and sea carriers will be a crucial part of ETIAS implementation. Keep reading to learn more. Third-country nationals (TCN) will soon need ETIAS, the European Travel Information an...

ETIAS will process the personal information of millions of travellers each year. Data protection has been a key consideration during the development of ETIAS. Who has access to databases? How long is information stored? In the digital age, concerns about data protection are wides...

The ETIAS National Unit of each Member State is one of the key pillars of the ETIAS visa waiver system. What do we know about the units so far and what will their role be in improving safety and security across the European Schengen countries? The ETIAS regulation stipulates that each Member State...

The new entry regulations that will soon come into force for the ETIAS (Electronic Travel Information and Authorisation System) may affect foreign residents in European countries. The ETIAS system is expected to take effect by 2026 and citizens of more than 50 countries will be eligible for an ...

Ensuring Europe’s security is undoubtedly a top priority for the European Union. A number of different EU databases work to improve security for EU citizens and visitors. With the increase in tourism and migration in the past years, it has become more evident that it is necessary to...

The Blue Card is a special permit designed to attract highly skilled professionals interested in working in Europe. Applicants must meet EU Blue Card requirements to be considered eligible. The European Blue Card is a work permit to undertake employment in Europe. This blue card...

The EHIC provides healthcare access in Europe to all EU Member States, along with Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland. In the post-Brexit era, the European Health Insurance Card can still be used in the United Kingdom, but British citizens will soon have their own health doc...

ETIAS, the Electronic Travel Information and Authorisation System, is a travel authorisation for non-EU citizens who do not need a visa for the European Schengen Zone. The ETIAS system will improve border controls and protect against security and health risks that come with the visa-free po...

The European Commission developed the Hotspot Approach in May 2015. Also known as the EU Hotspot System, this initiative is part of an immediate action plan geared toward supporting EU member nations facing extraordinary migratory pressure at the EU external borders. The European Commission (EC) f...

By 2026 , the European Union aims to implement an electronic visa waiver programme similar to ones already in place around the world, including in the United States. The program will be called ETIAS, which stands for the European Travel Information and Authorisation System, and has been readily...

For several years, fighting terrorism has been a top priority of the European Union and its Member States. ETIAS will further strengthen Schengen borders and protect Europe from terrorist activity The European Union, together with Member States, are constantly developing anti-terrorism p...

Reforms of the Eurodac Regulation are now imminent. Find out how the EU’s asylum fingerprint database contributes to safety in Europe and the impact of the proposed changes. The Committee of Civil Liberties, Justice, and Home Affairs (LIBE) met on 13 April 2021 to discuss possible ...

Several new proposals to increase the protection of EU public health are due to be implemented in the coming years, both as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic and pre-planned measures such as the ETIAS visa waiver program. In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, Europe recognized the fragili...

Travellers with criminal records may be concerned about how ETIAS will affect their opportunities to visit Europe. Having a criminal record will not automatically prevent you from travelling to Europe, even following the launch of ETIAS. The new travel authorisation system is aimed at prev...

The ETIAS Central Unit (ECU) is the body responsible for running the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS). The ECU will verify ETIAS visa waiver applications and manage the processes involved with the system. The ECU is there to ensure the Schengen Area’s new trave...

ETIAS will start in 2026 and become a mandatory entry requirement for visa-exempt non-EU citizens shortly after. Whilst it is expected that most applications will be approved quickly, ETIAS visa waiver refusal is possible. Only non-EU citizens with a valid ETIAS visa waiver linked to thei...

Ireland is part of the European Union but not the Schengen Area. Find out why Ireland remains outside the common travel area and how this determines whether or not an ETIAS will be required to visit Ireland. ETIAS, the European Travel and Information Authorisation System, will be i...

There are two different types of documents required for short tourist stays in Europe: an ETIAS or a Schengen visa. Visa-exempt travellers will need an ETIAS visa waiver, while the rest of third-country travellers will need a Schengen visa. Europe is the most visited continent in t...

Several countries in the European Union (EU) are not entirely located on the European continent. A number of member states have regions or territories located in other parts of the world. For example, French Guiana is in South America, but has the status of “département” — the same as any of...

The presidents of both Serbia and Albania signed a new deal, dubbed a ''Mini-Schengen'' agreement, which will allow passport-free movement between the countries and could change travel restrictions with the EU. A new deal, part of the so-called ‘Mini-Schengen initiative’ has just been sign...

The eu-LISA is the European Union Agency that manages large-scale information systems, in the areas of freedom, justice, and security. The eu-LISA Agency started operating in December 2012, making this its 10-year anniversary. eu-LISA is at the heart of Europe’s huge digital transformati...

A mobile app for ETIAS will be created to further facilitate the application process of third-country nationals travelling to the European Union once the EU visa waiver is implemented in 2026 . The European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) is being introduced to increase border...

Golden visas allow foreign nationals to become residents or citizens by investing large amounts of money. Several EU and Schengen countries offer golden visa schemes to wealthy foreign investors. Golden visas for Europe are a type of special visa or residence scheme for wealthy fo...