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.
EU postpones implementation of new digital border system again
The introduction of the Entry/Exit System (EES) in the EU has been postponed again. Originally scheduled for launch on 10 November, Germany, France and the Netherlands are not ready yet. The system is intended to modernise border controls with digital data recording, but technical problems are holding up the introduction. A new date has not yet been set, and a phased launch is being considered.
Travel faster to and within the EU with a simpler visa process
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is ensuring a simpler and faster visa process. Thanks to digitalisation, better connections with European systems and more knowledge about countries of origin, visa applications can be processed more efficiently. This means that travelling to the EU will soon be easier and that safety is better guaranteed. In this text you can read exactly which improvements are being implemented.
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.
Travel experts warn of chaos due to the introduction of the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS)
The introduction of the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) can cause various challenges in the travel world. Travel experts warn that travelers as well as the travel industry and governments may be insufficiently prepared for the changes. In addition, the system also offers new business opportunities. The permit will come into effect from 2024 and is especially relevant for travelers from more than 60 countries who can travel to the EU visa-free.
Anyone traveling to Europe will soon have to deal with ETIAS and EES
Those who want to travel to Europe from 2024 will have to deal with new entry rules and systems: ETIAS and EES. Both systems have been devised to offer Europe and travelers more security. But what are the main differences between ETIAS and EES?