The EU’s ETIAS travel requirement has been delayed until late 2026

ETIAS stands for European Travel Information and Authorization System.
Originally scheduled to start in 2020, it was gradually postponed and was to be introduced in 2024, but has now been postponed to the last quarter of 2026.
Click here to visit the ETIAS website.

ETIAS is an electronic application system, similar to ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization), which is required for entry into and transit through the U.S., and is an electronic procedure that will be mandatory for travel to the 30 European countries that have introduced it. This electronic procedure will be mandatory for travel to 30 European countries in the near future, mainly in the Schengen area and other EU member countries.

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※This information is as of 23rd September 2025.

※Please note that changes may occur without notice, please visit the official website below.

Click here to visit the ETIAS website.