On July 17, 2025, the European Commission has announced a new fee for non-EU travelers who do not need a visa to enter 30 European countries. The European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) fee will be EUR 20 instead of the previous EUR 7. This increase aims to cover the operational costs of ETIAS, taking into account all its functionalities and inflation rates, and align the EU fee to the ones of other countries that have similar travel authorization programs.
The ETIAS system is designed to make it easier for visa-exempt non-EU nationals to travel to the EU while improving security. Travelers will need to fill out an online application before their trip, providing personal information. The application will be processed automatically, and the traveler will receive a decision within minutes. Certain groups, including individuals under 18 or over 70, will be exempt from paying the fee.
The adjustment of the fee will now undergo the two-month review period of the Council and the European Parliament (renewable once). It will enter into effect as soon as ETIAS is operational, which is expected for the last quarter of 2026.
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