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A look behind the scenes of ETIAS
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In future, travellers to the Schengen area will only have to invest a few minutes to obtain their travel authorisation. What many people do not know, however, is that during the short time it takes for the application to be approved, a complex machine is started up. This article will shed some light on that.

 The ETIAS information system is responsible for smooth communication

How ETIAS helps in the fight against terrorism
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In recent years, there have been repeated and devastating terrorist attacks. The assassins did not always come from countries for which a visa is required for entry. Sometimes they also entered the Schengen area legally with a passport or identity card over the external borders.  The USA reacted to this threat several years ago and introduced the ESTA system. Now Europe is following suit and, from the end of 2022, will require an ETIAS application for all travellers who can currently enter the Schengen area without a visa.

What to consider when filling in the ETIAS application
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Travellers who have already visited the USA should find the procedure familiar. After all, filling out an application form is also a prerequisite for entry to the United States. Of course, it is not yet certain which questions exactly appear in the application. Since ETIAS is expected to be introduced at the end of 2022, many things may still change. Here for the time being, what is known so far or can be assumed as likely.

 Fill out the application online

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