It will probably take another two years before ETIAS is finally introduced. Nevertheless, it makes sense to start thinking about it now. The changes are minor, but those who do not comply with the new regulations will be able to cross the borders of the Schengen area in the future.
For travelers with visa nothing changes
The world outside the Schengen area is divided into two groups. There are countries that can travel into the Schengen area without a visa. The only requirement is a valid passport. This group has to change over with ETIAS.
The other group are residents of countries that can only enter with a Schengen visa. These will need a visa in the future as well. Seen in this light, this group has it a little easier. They have to care little about the new regulations.
Those who could enter without a visa need an ETIAS
Anyone who has so far been able to enter the Schengen area spontaneously must take a few minutes. In fact, filling out the ETIAS permit hardly takes any longer. The permit is valid for three years. This should be the first thing you should do when preparing your trip. It is often forgotten and in this case you stand at the airport and you cannot pass the gate. Although the traveler can quickly apply for an ETIAS before departure, there is no guarantee that it will arrive in time for departure.
Sometimes it happens that the approval is delayed for a few days. It is therefore advisable not to wait until the last day before departure. Otherwise it is also possible that the plane will arrive at the destination without the traveler.
What is important when filling out the form?
To fill out the form, you need an Internet connection with a corresponding terminal. If you don't have an Internet connection, you can also have the document filled out by friends, acquaintances, a travel agency or an agency.
The basis is the passport. If you have more than one passport, please use the passport with which you wish to enter the country. The data must be transferred exactly. This applies to the name and especially the number. The other data is also important. When filling out the form, the traveler should either be present or hand the passport over to the friend.
An e-mail address is necessary for filling out the form. The friend should also fill in this form. The approval comes within a few days. It should be printed out. Should the technology fail, the traveler has proof that he or she has a valid ETIAS.
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It will probably take another two years before ETIAS is finally introduced. Nevertheless, it makes sense to start thinking about it now. The changes are minor, but those who do not comply with the new regulations will be able to cross the borders of the Schengen area in the future.
For travelers with visa nothing changes
The world outside the Schengen area is divided into two groups. There are countries that can travel into the Schengen area without a visa. The only requirement is a valid passport. This group has to change over with ETIAS.
The other group are residents of countries that can only enter with a Schengen visa. These will need a visa in the future as well. Seen in this light, this group has it a little easier. They have to care little about the new regulations.
Those who could enter without a visa need an ETIAS
Anyone who has so far been able to enter the Schengen area spontaneously must take a few minutes. In fact, filling out the ETIAS permit hardly takes any longer. The permit is valid for three years. This should be the first thing you should do when preparing your trip. It is often forgotten and in this case you stand at the airport and you cannot pass the gate. Although the traveler can quickly apply for an ETIAS before departure, there is no guarantee that it will arrive in time for departure.
Sometimes it happens that the approval is delayed for a few days. It is therefore advisable not to wait until the last day before departure. Otherwise it is also possible that the plane will arrive at the destination without the traveler.
What is important when filling out the form?
To fill out the form, you need an Internet connection with a corresponding terminal. If you don't have an Internet connection, you can also have the document filled out by friends, acquaintances, a travel agency or an agency.
The basis is the passport. If you have more than one passport, please use the passport with which you wish to enter the country. The data must be transferred exactly. This applies to the name and especially the number. The other data is also important. When filling out the form, the traveler should either be present or hand the passport over to the friend.
An e-mail address is necessary for filling out the form. The friend should also fill in this form. The approval comes within a few days. It should be printed out. Should the technology fail, the traveler has proof that he or she has a valid ETIAS.