Monday, August 19, 2024 Starting in 2025, British travelers heading to Europe will need to obtain a new travel document called the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS). This new requirement will apply to visa-exempt nationals traveling to any of 30 European countries. European Travel Information and Authorisation System is an electronic travel authorization linked to your passport, valid for up to three years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first.
Travelers will need to apply for European Travel Information and Authorisation System in advance of their trips, as it will be required for entry into the participating countries. The European Travel Information and Authorisation System system is scheduled to launch in the first half of 2025. The exact date is yet to be confirmed, but the official European Union website advises travelers to keep an eye out for updates later this year and to apply for European Travel Information and Authorisation System well ahead of their planned travel dates.
The 30 European countries that will require European Travel Information and Authorisation System include: With a valid European Travel Information and Authorisation System, travelers can enter these countries for short stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period. However, European Travel Information and Authorisation System does not guarantee entry; border officials will still have the final say. Travelers can apply for European Travel Information and Authorisation System online via the European Travel Information and Authorisation System website or the European Travel Information and Authorisation System mobile app.
The application process includes a fee of €7, though those under 18 or over 70 years old are exempt from this charge. Family members of EU citizens or non-EU nationals who have the right to move freely within the European Union are also exempt. Most European Travel Information and Authorisation System applications are processed within minutes, but travelers are advised to apply well in advance to avoid any delays.
Since European Travel Information and Authorisation System is linked to your travel document, it’s crucial to bring the same passport you used in your European Travel Information and Authorisation System application. Failure to do so could result in being denied boarding or entry into any of the countries requiring European Travel Information and Authorisation System. Nationals from the following countries and territories will also need to apply for an European Travel Information and Authorisation System travel authorization: As travel regulations evolve, it’s essential for British travelers planning to visit Europe in 2025 to familiarize themselves with the new European Travel Information and Authorisation System requirements.
Ensuring you have the correct travel documentation will make for a smoother journey and help avoid any unexpected disruptions..
