What’s ETIAS?

The European Travel Information and Authorisation System or ETIAS is planned to be  introduced sometime in 2025 – the date isn’t yet confirmed. This will be a bit like an ESTA that you’d apply for when travelling to the USA. It’s not a visa, but if you’re visiting an EU or Schengen zone country for a short stay*, you’ll need to register your details before you travel via a quick and easy online form – it’ll cost just €7 and will be valid for three years. The form isn’t yet available, so if you’re travelling after April 2025, check the EU ETIAS website closer to your departure date.

*A short stay is classed as no more than 90 days in a 180-day period. You can find out more by visiting EU ETIAS website