{"id":22454,"date":"2026-04-06T07:35:14","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T07:35:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/turtrip.com\/?p=22454"},"modified":"2026-09-29T18:06:01","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T18:06:01","slug":"etias-travel-europe-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/turtrip.com\/en\/etias-viajar-europa-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"ETIAS: the new requirement for traveling to Europe in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"fws_6ad1f78461c0e\"  data-column-margin=\"default\" data-midnight=\"dark\"  class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row\"  style=\"padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; \"><div class=\"row-bg-wrap\" data-bg-animation=\"none\" data-bg-animation-delay=\"\" data-bg-overlay=\"false\"><div class=\"inner-wrap row-bg-layer\" ><div class=\"row-bg viewport-desktop\"  style=\"\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"row_col_wrap_12 col span_12 dark left\">\n\t<div  class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding inherit_tablet inherit_phone\"  data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"vc_column-inner\" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<p data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"316\"><strong data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"256\">Planning a trip to Europe in 2026? You\u2019ve probably heard of ETIAS. <\/strong>And if you\u2019ve looked it up, you probably have a few questions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"395\">Is it a visa?<br data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"335\" \/>Is it mandatory?<br data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"354\" \/>Could you be denied boarding without it?<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"496\">The reality is that there is still quite a bit of confusion regarding this new requirement for entering Europe.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"669\">In this guide, we explain <strong data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"587\">what ETIAS is, who needs it, and when it takes effect<\/strong>, so you can plan your trip with clear information and fewer surprises. In a few minutes, you\u2019ll know the essentials.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"fws_6ad1f78462480\"  data-column-margin=\"default\" data-midnight=\"dark\"  class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row\"  style=\"padding-top: 40px; padding-bottom: 0px; \"><div class=\"row-bg-wrap\" data-bg-animation=\"none\" data-bg-animation-delay=\"\" data-bg-overlay=\"false\"><div class=\"inner-wrap row-bg-layer\" ><div class=\"row-bg viewport-desktop\"  style=\"\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"row_col_wrap_12 col span_12 dark left\">\n\t<div  class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding inherit_tablet inherit_phone\"  data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"vc_column-inner\" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<h3><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>What is ETIAS?\u00a0 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"426\">The <strong data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"273\">ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System)<\/strong> is an electronic travel authorization that travelers from visa-exempt countries will need to apply for to <strong data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"425\">travel to Europe and enter the Schengen Area<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"489\">It is not a visa.<br data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"450\" \/>\ud83d\udc49 It\u2019s a travel authorization you arrange before your trip.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"635\">You\u2019ll need to arrange it before you leave, much like ESTA for the United States.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"769\">Its purpose is to <strong data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"703\">strengthen security at European borders<\/strong> and check travelers before they arrive in Europe.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"fws_6ad1f78462745\"  data-column-margin=\"default\" data-midnight=\"dark\"  class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row\"  style=\"padding-top: 40px; padding-bottom: 0px; \"><div class=\"row-bg-wrap\" data-bg-animation=\"none\" data-bg-animation-delay=\"\" data-bg-overlay=\"false\"><div class=\"inner-wrap row-bg-layer\" ><div class=\"row-bg viewport-desktop\"  style=\"\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"row_col_wrap_12 col span_12 dark left\">\n\t<div  class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding inherit_tablet inherit_phone\"  data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"vc_column-inner\" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<h3><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">Who needs the ETIAS?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"362\">Citizens of countries that can currently travel to Europe <strong data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"361\">without a visa<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"407\">This includes travelers from countries such as:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"520\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1wexuvt\" data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"427\">United States<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"bw3ycu\" data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"443\">United Kingdom<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"msjmjk\" data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"454\">Canada<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"7f7tho\" data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"468\">Australia<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"2nzei6\" data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"478\">Japan<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1n866q3\" data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"496\">South Korea<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"6lhqhv\" data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"506\">Chile<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"mw8uh1\" data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"520\">Argentina<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"522\" data-end=\"673\">It will cover citizens of more than <strong data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"584\">60 visa-exempt countries<\/strong> . They\u2019ll still be able to enter the Schengen Area, but will need this authorization first.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"675\" data-end=\"751\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"751\">If you\u2019re an EU citizen, you don\u2019t need ETIAS.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"847\">\ud83d\udc49 You don\u2019t need it if you already have a valid visa for the Schengen Area, either.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"fws_6ad1f78462a0c\"  data-column-margin=\"default\" data-midnight=\"dark\"  class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row\"  style=\"padding-top: 40px; padding-bottom: 0px; \"><div class=\"row-bg-wrap\" data-bg-animation=\"none\" data-bg-animation-delay=\"\" data-bg-overlay=\"false\"><div class=\"inner-wrap row-bg-layer\" ><div class=\"row-bg viewport-desktop\"  style=\"\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"row_col_wrap_12 col span_12 dark left\">\n\t<div  class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding inherit_tablet inherit_phone\"  data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"vc_column-inner\" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<h3><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><strong>Examples of countries whose citizens will need ETIAS<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"380\">ETIAS will be mandatory for citizens of countries and territories that currently allow visa-free travel to the Schengen Area. Take a quick look to see if your country is on the list:<\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: center; background: #f5f5f5; border-bottom: 2px solid #FB632C;\">America<\/th>\n<th style=\"text-align: center; background: #f5f5f5; border-bottom: 2px solid #FB632C;\">Europe (outside the EU)<\/th>\n<th style=\"text-align: center; background: #f5f5f5; border-bottom: 2px solid #FB632C;\">Asia<\/th>\n<th style=\"text-align: center; background: #f5f5f5; border-bottom: 2px solid #FB632C;\">Oceania<\/th>\n<th style=\"text-align: center; background: #f5f5f5; border-bottom: 2px solid #FB632C;\">Africa<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">United States<br \/>\nCanada<br \/>\nMexico<br \/>\nArgentina<br \/>\nBrazil<br \/>\nChile<br \/>\nColombia<br \/>\nPeru<br \/>\nUruguay<br \/>\nParaguay<br \/>\nCosta Rica<br \/>\nPanama<br \/>\nEl Salvador<br \/>\nGuatemala<br \/>\nHonduras<br \/>\nNicaragua<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">United Kingdom<br \/>\nAlbania<br \/>\nBosnia and Herzegovina<br \/>\nSerbia<br \/>\nMontenegro<br \/>\nNorth Macedonia<br \/>\nMoldova<br \/>\nUkraine<br \/>\nGeorgia<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">Japan<br \/>\nSouth Korea<br \/>\nSingapore<br \/>\nMalaysia<br \/>\nUnited Arab Emirates<br \/>\nIsrael<br \/>\nTaiwan<br \/>\nHong Kong<br \/>\nMacau<br \/>\nBrunei<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">Australia<br \/>\nNew Zealand<br \/>\nSolomon Islands<br \/>\nSamoa<br \/>\nTonga<br \/>\nKiribati<br \/>\nTuvalu<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\">Seychelles<br \/>\nMauritius<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>If your country is listed, the next section explains when ETIAS takes effect and how to apply.<\/p>\n<p>Check the EU\u2019s official list to see whether your nationality is among the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/legal-content\/EN\/TXT\/HTML\/?uri=CELEX:02018R1806-20210101&amp;from=EN#tocId22\">visa-exempt countries and territories<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"fws_6ad1f78462d47\"  data-column-margin=\"default\" data-midnight=\"dark\"  class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row\"  style=\"padding-top: 40px; padding-bottom: 0px; \"><div class=\"row-bg-wrap\" data-bg-animation=\"none\" data-bg-animation-delay=\"\" data-bg-overlay=\"false\"><div class=\"inner-wrap row-bg-layer\" ><div class=\"row-bg viewport-desktop\"  style=\"\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"row_col_wrap_12 col span_12 dark left\">\n\t<div  class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding inherit_tablet inherit_phone\"  data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"vc_column-inner\" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<h3><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">When does ETIAS come into effect?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"321\">Although its launch has been delayed several times, ETIAS <strong data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"320\">is not yet in effect as of this 2026 update<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"494\">The current forecast is that it will become operational <strong data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"442\">after the implementation of the EES (Entry\/Exit System)<\/strong>, with no exact launch date announced on the official website.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"611\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"514\">Important:<\/strong> you don\u2019t currently need ETIAS to travel to Europe if you\u2019re from a visa-exempt country.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"795\">For now, you can travel as usual. Once ETIAS takes effect, it will be a requirement for entering the Schengen Area.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"943\">The EU will announce the exact date several months ahead, giving you time to prepare before your trip.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"1150\">To check the requirements that apply to your trip, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/turtrip.com\/en\/travel-requirements-2\/\"><strong data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1091\">check entry requirements for your nationality and destination<\/strong><\/a> and know what you need before you leave.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"fws_6ad1f78462fdd\"  data-column-margin=\"default\" data-midnight=\"dark\"  class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row\"  style=\"padding-top: 40px; padding-bottom: 0px; \"><div class=\"row-bg-wrap\" data-bg-animation=\"none\" data-bg-animation-delay=\"\" data-bg-overlay=\"false\"><div class=\"inner-wrap row-bg-layer\" ><div class=\"row-bg viewport-desktop\"  style=\"\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"row_col_wrap_12 col span_12 dark left\">\n\t<div  class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding inherit_tablet inherit_phone\"  data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"vc_column-inner\" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<h3><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">How to apply for ETIAS step-by-step<\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"378\">Once ETIAS takes effect, applications will be <strong data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"326\">100% online<\/strong> through the <a href=\"https:\/\/travel-europe.europa.eu\/en\/etias\"><strong>official EU website<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"380\" data-end=\"414\">The process will be simple and quick:<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"416\" data-end=\"1002\">\n<li data-section-id=\"10kcrb2\" data-start=\"416\" data-end=\"537\"><strong data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"469\">Visit the official website (europa.eu\/etias)<\/strong><br data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"472\" \/>This is the official website for submitting your application.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"a3aavv\" data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"683\"><strong data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"575\">Fill out the online form<\/strong><br data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"578\" \/>You\u2019ll enter your personal details, passport information, and some details about your trip.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ivau41\" data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"830\"><strong data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"721\">Pay the application fee<\/strong><br data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"724\" \/>The cost of ETIAS will be <strong data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"779\">\u20ac20 per application<\/strong> (although some people will be exempt from payment).<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"zix7iz\" data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"1002\"><strong data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"862\">Receive your authorization<\/strong><br data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"865\" \/>In most cases, the application will be approved within minutes, although it may take longer if additional documentation is required.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">How long does ETIAS last?<\/span><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1066\">Once approved, the ETIAS:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1275\">\n<li data-section-id=\"xxtkam\" data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1159\">Will be valid for <strong data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1100\">3 years<\/strong> or until your passport expires, whichever comes first<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"i3nclv\" data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1196\">Allows <strong data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1194\">multiple entries<\/strong><\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"17tytjg\" data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1275\">Lets you stay for up to <strong data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1273\">90 days within a 180-day period<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1365\">\ud83d\udc49 You won\u2019t need to apply for every trip, as long as your authorization remains valid.<\/p>\n<h4 data-section-id=\"rhfwui\" data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1389\">\u26a0\ufe0f Important<\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1641\">\n<li data-section-id=\"10r1rnb\" data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1486\">ETIAS will be linked to your passport, so you\u2019ll need to travel with that same document.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1cuexvv\" data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1641\">Having a valid ETIAS authorization <strong data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1563\">does not guarantee entry<\/strong>, as border authorities may request additional documentation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"fws_6ad1f784632da\"  data-column-margin=\"default\" data-midnight=\"dark\"  class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row\"  style=\"padding-top: 40px; padding-bottom: 0px; \"><div class=\"row-bg-wrap\" data-bg-animation=\"none\" data-bg-animation-delay=\"\" data-bg-overlay=\"false\"><div class=\"inner-wrap row-bg-layer\" ><div class=\"row-bg viewport-desktop\"  style=\"\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"row_col_wrap_12 col span_12 dark left\">\n\t<div  class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding inherit_tablet inherit_phone\"  data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"vc_column-inner\" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<h3><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">ETIAS: what is true and what is false<\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"413\">ETIAS can be confusing, especially with so much mixed information out there. Here are some common questions and what you need to know about each one:<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<p><span style=\"color: #fb632c;\"><strong data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1409\">\u201cETIAS is a visa\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u274c False<br data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1423\" \/>ETIAS is a <strong data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"612\">digital travel authorization, not a visa<\/strong>.<br data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"616\" \/>The process will be much faster, simpler and entirely online.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1670\"><span style=\"color: #fb632c;\"><strong data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1542\">\u201cIt's now mandatory\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1670\"><span style=\"color: #fb632c;\">\u274c<\/span> False (for now)<br data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1568\" \/>As of today, ETIAS <strong data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"801\">is not yet operational<\/strong>.<br data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"805\" \/>The European Union will announce the exact date several months in advance.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1812\"><span style=\"color: #fb632c;\"><strong data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1713\">\u201cIt doesn\u2019t matter if I don\u2019t have it\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1812\">\u274c False<br data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1727\" \/>When ETIAS comes into effect, it will be mandatory to travel.<br data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"992\" \/>Without it, you won\u2019t be able to board your flight to Europe.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1812\"><span style=\"color: #fb632c;\"><strong data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1856\">\u201cETIAS guarantees entry\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1812\"><span style=\"color: #fb632c;\">\u274c <\/span>False<br data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1870\" \/>An approved ETIAS <strong data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1164\">does not guarantee access to the country<\/strong>.<br data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1168\" \/>The final check is always carried out by border personnel.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1812\"><span style=\"color: #fb632c;\"><strong data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"2011\">\u201cApply online in a few minutes\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1812\">True<br data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2029\" \/>The process will be entirely online and, in most cases, will take just a few minutes.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1812\"><span style=\"color: #fb632c;\">\u00a0<strong data-start=\"2114\" data-end=\"2152\">\u201cIt is valid for several years\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1812\"><span style=\"color: #fb632c;\">\u2705<\/span>\u00a0True<br data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2170\" \/>Once approved, the ETIAS will be valid for <strong data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1543\">three years or until your passport expires<\/strong> (whichever comes first).<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"fws_6ad1f78463638\"  data-column-margin=\"default\" data-midnight=\"dark\"  class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row\"  style=\"padding-top: 40px; padding-bottom: 0px; \"><div class=\"row-bg-wrap\" data-bg-animation=\"none\" data-bg-animation-delay=\"\" data-bg-overlay=\"false\"><div class=\"inner-wrap row-bg-layer\" ><div class=\"row-bg viewport-desktop\"  style=\"\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"row_col_wrap_12 col span_12 dark left\">\n\t<div  class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding inherit_tablet inherit_phone\"  data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"vc_column-inner\" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<h3><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">What to check before you travel<\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"357\">Before traveling to Europe, make sure you have two things sorted: your documents and your internet connection.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"405\">For the paperwork, remember to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"590\">\n<li data-section-id=\"1plwzgu\" data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"440\">Check whether you need ETIAS.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1myk4p4\" data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"495\">Apply ahead of time once applications open.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1vdkzpt\" data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"551\">Make sure your details match your passport.<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"z4cy4q\" data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"590\">Don\u2019t leave it until the last minute.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"711\">But many travelers forget one thing until they arrive: <strong data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"710\">getting connected as soon as you arrive<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"909\">You\u2019ll need internet for maps, ride bookings, translations, and staying in touch. Relying on Wi-Fi or roaming isn\u2019t always the easiest option.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1182\">Planning your trip? You can <a href=\"https:\/\/turtrip.com\/en\/europe-2\/\"><strong data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1132\">browse our Europe eSIM plans here<\/strong><\/a> and have your connection ready before you leave home.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1279\">ETIAS won\u2019t be complicated, but it will be an important requirement for traveling to Europe.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1445\">As with any trip, taking care of the small details before you leave can save you a lot of stress later.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1518\">Check what you need, plan ahead, and get everything ready before you travel.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"fws_6ad1f784638d4\"  data-column-margin=\"default\" data-midnight=\"dark\"  class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row\"  style=\"padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; \"><div class=\"row-bg-wrap\" data-bg-animation=\"none\" data-bg-animation-delay=\"\" data-bg-overlay=\"false\"><div class=\"inner-wrap row-bg-layer\" ><div class=\"row-bg viewport-desktop\"  style=\"\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"row_col_wrap_12 col span_12 dark left\">\n\t<div  class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding inherit_tablet inherit_phone\"  data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"vc_column-inner\" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"fws_6ad1f78463afe\"  data-column-margin=\"default\" data-midnight=\"dark\"  class=\"wpb_row vc_row-fluid vc_row\"  style=\"padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; \"><div class=\"row-bg-wrap\" data-bg-animation=\"none\" data-bg-animation-delay=\"\" data-bg-overlay=\"false\"><div class=\"inner-wrap row-bg-layer\" ><div class=\"row-bg viewport-desktop\"  style=\"\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"row_col_wrap_12 col span_12 dark left\">\n\t<div  class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column column_container vc_column_container col no-extra-padding inherit_tablet inherit_phone\"  data-padding-pos=\"all\" data-has-bg-color=\"false\" data-bg-color=\"\" data-bg-opacity=\"1\" data-animation=\"\" data-delay=\"0\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"vc_column-inner\" >\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\" >\n\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t<p style=\"font-size: 12px;\"><strong>Sources consulted:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/travel-europe.europa.eu\/en\/etias\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">European Union: official ETIAS website<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/travel-europe.europa.eu\/etias\/about-etias\/who-should-apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">European Union: nationalities and exemptions<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/home-affairs.ec.europa.eu\/policies\/schengen\/smart-borders\/european-travel-information-authorisation-system_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">European Commission: how ETIAS works and its fee<\/a>. 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