Europe's New
Travel Authorization
Is Coming.
ETIAS is mandatory for 60+ nationalities visiting the Schengen Area. Understand what it means for your next trip — before it launches.
What exactly is ETIAS?
ETIAS — the European Travel Information and Authorisation System — is a new mandatory pre-travel screening program for travelers who currently enter the Schengen Area visa-free.
Similar to the US ESTA or Canadian eTA, it is not a visa. It's an electronic authorization you apply for online before travel. Most applications are approved within minutes.
Learn more about ETIAS →Your complete ETIAS resource
Requirements
Documents needed, passport validity rules, and fee exemptions.
Eligible Countries
60+ nationalities that need ETIAS before visiting the Schengen Area.
Cost & Fees
€20 for most applicants. Children under 18 and adults over 70 are exempt.
Processing Time
Most applications approved in minutes. Learn what happens if yours takes longer.
How to Apply
Step-by-step walkthrough of the ETIAS online application process.
ETIAS FAQ
Answers to the 30 most common ETIAS questions — validity, renewals, rejections.
ETIAS guides for your country
Select your nationality for a tailored ETIAS guide.
How ETIAS works
Apply Online
Complete the ETIAS form before your trip. Need a valid passport, email, and payment method.
Get Approved
Most approved in minutes. Rare cases take up to 4 days. Confirmation by email.
Travel Freely
ETIAS links digitally to your passport. No printout needed — just show your passport at the border.