Europe ETIAs

Anticipated starting by last quarter of 2026, U.S. Passport holders traveling to Europe will be required to apply for short-term entry to European countries (for up to 90 days within any 180-day period). This is to be done before the visit, through the European Travel Information & Authorization System (ETIAS).

To apply for an ETIAS, you can fill out the application on the official ETIAS website or use the mobile app. The cost is only around $8 (those over 70 y/o are exempt from paying the fee). This application process takes approximately 20 minutes. The EU recommends submitting your ETIAS application at least 96 hours before departure.

No action is required at this point.

Please check the ETIAS official website for specific guidelines and most recent updates. ( This article was last updated 7/16/2025)