Many people are reluctant to share their personal data. The fear of receiving unsolicited advertising or even visits from representatives is too great. With some sites, the fear is certainly not unfounded. With ETIAS, travellers need not fear that their data will be misused. Of course, collection and storage only take place within the narrow limits set by the legislator.
This data is requested from the traveller
Filling in the form is done via the internet or (if you don't have a connection) through a friend or an agency. The following data will probably be required from the tourist:
- First name and surname
- Date of birth
- Place of residence
- First country of entry
- Passport number
The exact form in which this data will be collected and whether further data will be added is not yet certain. The information refers to the existing ESTA system in the USA. This system also asks travellers about illnesses. Sometimes there is a little uncertainty here, because it is not always clear which diseases are meant. Under no circumstances must the applicant declare an influenza infection or any other illness. These are really serious illnesses that pose a risk to the health of fellow travellers. There are fewer problems with the security questions. It should be clear that anyone who answers a question with a yes will not be allowed to enter the Schengen area.
It is important that all the data is entered correctly. An error in the passport number cannot simply be corrected at the airport. The application is invalid and must be reissued. Often this can still be done at the airport and there is usually enough time to do it. But there is no guarantee. In the worst case, the plane takes off without the traveller.
Data is only stored for a short time
The ETIAS entry form is valid for three years. During this time, of course, the data collected must be kept. The data can be kept for another three years if the traveller agrees. After that, the system automatically removes the data.
Sometimes it happens that a travel request is not approved. In this case, the data is kept for five years after the final decision.
Other institutions only have access to the data if they can prove a legitimate interest.
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Many people are reluctant to share their personal data. The fear of receiving unsolicited advertising or even visits from representatives is too great. With some sites, the fear is certainly not unfounded. With ETIAS, travellers need not fear that their data will be misused. Of course, collection and storage only take place within the narrow limits set by the legislator.
This data is requested from the traveller
Filling in the form is done via the internet or (if you don't have a connection) through a friend or an agency. The following data will probably be required from the tourist:
- First name and surname
- Date of birth
- Place of residence
- First country of entry
- Passport number
The exact form in which this data will be collected and whether further data will be added is not yet certain. The information refers to the existing ESTA system in the USA. This system also asks travellers about illnesses. Sometimes there is a little uncertainty here, because it is not always clear which diseases are meant. Under no circumstances must the applicant declare an influenza infection or any other illness. These are really serious illnesses that pose a risk to the health of fellow travellers. There are fewer problems with the security questions. It should be clear that anyone who answers a question with a yes will not be allowed to enter the Schengen area.
It is important that all the data is entered correctly. An error in the passport number cannot simply be corrected at the airport. The application is invalid and must be reissued. Often this can still be done at the airport and there is usually enough time to do it. But there is no guarantee. In the worst case, the plane takes off without the traveller.
Data is only stored for a short time
The ETIAS entry form is valid for three years. During this time, of course, the data collected must be kept. The data can be kept for another three years if the traveller agrees. After that, the system automatically removes the data.
Sometimes it happens that a travel request is not approved. In this case, the data is kept for five years after the final decision.
Other institutions only have access to the data if they can prove a legitimate interest.