What Is ETIAS — and When Will UK Travellers Actually Need One?
The EU's new travel permit is coming — but not yet. Here is what ETIAS is, what it costs, and when British travellers will genuinely need to apply.
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US Travellers in Europe: State Department Guidance on EES, ETIAS and Schengen Rules
The US State Department has set out clear guidance for Americans travelling to Europe, covering the EU's new Entry/Exit System, the upcoming ETIAS, the UK ETA and core Schengen entry rules. Here is what it says.
ETIAS Explained: What It Costs, Who Needs It and When UK Travellers Must Apply
ETIAS is the European Union's forthcoming online travel permit for visa-free visitors, and British holidaymakers are firmly within its scope. Here is a clear guide to what it costs, when it arrives and how to apply without falling for a scam.
ETIAS Timeline Explained: Transitional and Grace Periods for Visa-Free Travellers
ETIAS will not switch on all at once. Instead it begins with a transitional period and then a grace period, each lasting at least six months. Here is what the first year of ETIAS will look like in practice.
UK Citizens Heading to Europe Will Face New EES Entry Checks and an ETIAS Requirement
The EU has confirmed that its Entry/Exit System will start on 10 November 2024, with the €7 ETIAS visa waiver expected to follow about six months later. UK travellers should plan for both changes.