Travelers from outside the EU, including Americans, do not have to fill out any additional paperwork for the time being. The mandatory European travel authorization ETIAS has been postponed again, this time until the end of 2026. Until then, you can simply travel to the Schengen area without digital permission. But beware: the new rules are coming, this is what you need to know.
ETIAS will become mandatory for visa-free travellers to the EU from 2027
From April 2027, travellers who are allowed to travel to Europe without a visa will need to apply for an ETIAS travel authorisation. This new system will only be implemented after the Entry/Exit System (EES) is fully operational. What does this mean for your travel plans? Read all about the introduction of ETIAS and the implications for travel to 30 European countries here.
What is ETIAS? Everything you need to know when traveling to Europe
Traveling to Europe in 2025? You may need an ETIAS travel authorization. This new electronic system checks and registers travelers from visa-free countries. The application is simple, but without ETIAS you will not be allowed into the Schengen area. Read here what it means, how to apply for it and which countries participate.
EU is investing heavily in border digitalisation: Commissioner Johansson visits eu-LISA in Tallinn
Ylva Johansson, European Commissioner for Home Affairs, visits the EU agency eu-LISA in Tallinn on Friday. During her visit she will discuss cooperation and priorities regarding the digitalization of Europe's external borders. The focus is on new systems such as the Entry-Exit System (EES) and the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS), which should improve border management and security.
New travel rules to Europe in 2025: millions of British people must prepare for ETIAS
From mid-2025, the travel policy for British people who want to go to Europe will change. Due to the introduction of the Electronic Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS), an additional online document is required before they are allowed to enter the Schengen area. This change, intended to increase security, could pose complications for travelers without internet access. Prepare now to avoid surprises.
The EU warns international students about the introduction of ETIAS in 2025
By 2025, international students should be aware of ETIAS: the European travel information and authorization system.