The ETIAS system was initially scheduled to enter into force in 2024, but its implementation was delayed by a year. The new regulations require travelers from over 60 visa-exempt countries – including the US, Canada and the UK – to obtain an ETIAS permit to enter Europe.
The European Commission describes the new travel rules called ETIAS as a “largely automated IT system” and emphasizes that the ETIAS travel authorization “is not a visa”. Work on the implementation of the new IT system has been going on for years, but has been delayed several times. The European Council says the new system will improve internal security, help prevent illegal immigration and reduce public health risks and border delays. Travelers will need to complete an ETIAS application form before traveling and pay a fee of €7.
Entry/exit system from 2024
In addition, the Justice and Home Affairs Council of the European Council confirmed that another travel requirement for people going to Europe, known as the Entry/Exit System, is to be introduced in autumn 2024. It will capture traveler information and biometric data such as fingerprints and facial scans, replacing the need to stamp passports.
ETIAS
ETIAS is the new European travel information and authorization system. It will apply to third-country nationals exempt from the visa requirement, who will have to obtain a travel permit using an online application before commencing their trip. The information contained in each application will be automatically checked against EU databases and the relevant Interpol databases to determine whether there are grounds for refusing a travel authorization. If there is no marking in the system or there are no elements requiring further analysis, the permit will be issued quickly and automatically. It is assumed that this will apply to the majority of applications. The travel authorization will be valid for three years – .
Source: Gazeta
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