El Salvador is home to about 6.5 million people on an area of around 210,000 square kilometres. The small country on the Pacific coast looks back on an interesting history that stretches from pre-Columbian times through Spanish colonisation to the present. Anyone visiting the country should not only admire the beautiful coastal regions, but also be inspired by the food and culture.
A brief outline of the history of El Salvador
Before the Europeans took possession of the country, the indigenous people, mainly Maya and Pipil, lived there. In the 16th century, the Spanish came to El Salvador and made it part of their colony of New Spain. This time left traces that are still visible today.
El Salvador gained independence from Spain in 1821. Later, however, the country belonged to the Central American Confederation until it broke up in 1839. During this time, economic differences also developed between the large landowners and the poorer population. This led to conflicts between the population strata. In 1882, the last indigenous communal land was destroyed, leading to the spread of coffee plantations.
In 1930, there was a military coup by the country's defence minister. Two years later, the new ruler had an indigenous peasant uprising bloodily suppressed. 30,000 people died; it was the end of the indigenous population in El Salvador.
The following years were marked by unrest, wars and civil strife. The civil war between 1980 and 1991 cost the lives of more than 75,000 people.
After the end of the civil war, the political landscape had also changed. The East-West conflict had ended and the Soviet Union disintegrated. This favoured the development of El Salvador from a civil war country to today's functioning democracy.
A brief outline of the history of El Salvador
Before the Europeans took possession of the land, the indigenous people, mainly Maya and Pipil, lived there. In the 16th century, the Spanish came to El Salvador and made it part of their colony of New Spain. This period left traces that are still visible today.
In 1821, El Salvador gained independence from Spain. Later, however, the country belonged to the Central American Confederation until it broke up in 1839. During this time, economic differences also developed between the large landowners and the poorer population. This led to conflicts between the population strata. In 1882, the last indigenous communal land was destroyed, leading to the spread of coffee plantations.
In 1930, there was a military coup by the country's defence minister. Two years later, the new ruler had an indigenous peasant uprising bloodily suppressed. 30,000 people died; it was the end of the indigenous population in El Salvador.
The following years were marked by unrest, wars and civil strife. The civil war between 1980 and 1991 cost the lives of more than 75,000 people.
After the end of the civil war, the political landscape had also changed. The East-West conflict had ended and the Soviet Union disintegrated. This favoured the development of El Salvador from a civil war country to today's functioning democracy.
Entering the Schengen area from El Salvador
Since the country has developed very positively in recent years, entry into the Schengen area has so far been possible without any problems and without much effort. With the introduction of ETIAS, this will change somewhat, but the effort is minimal, as the following illustration shows.
Basically, this is only an estimate, as many things have not yet been fully clarified. However, it can be assumed that ETIAS will be based on the similar ESTA system in the USA.
The application can only be submitted online, i.e. an internet connection and an appropriate terminal device are required. Those who do not have this can still enter the Schengen area. The application can also be submitted by a friend, acquaintance, travel agent or agency.
A valid passport is required for the application. This must be uploaded into the system. Most of the data is automatically transferred. Nevertheless, the applicant must check all details carefully, as errors can occasionally creep in. An application in which the passport number and other data do not match the passport is invalid.
The security questions must be answered with particular care. An affirmative answer will at least lead to a delay, often to a rejection of the application. The question about illnesses only refers to complaints that pose a danger to the applicant or fellow travellers. A cold or a well-controlled chronic illness does not have to be declared.
After payment, it often takes only a few hours for the application to be approved. However, it can also take several days, so the application should not be submitted shortly before the journey.
The ETIAS is valid for three years, so enough time to travel.
Entering the Schengen area from El Salvador with ETIAS
El Salvador is a country with a long and, unfortunately, often dramatic history. Anyone who has ever witnessed a terrorist attack knows the devastation it can cause. Every country has the right, indeed the duty, to protect itself against such attacks. The USA has recognised this since 11 September 2001 at the latest and introduced the ESTA, with which every traveller is checked in a simplified procedure. Now Europe will also take this step and introduce ETIAS for the members of the Schengen area. It only takes a few minutes, but everyone should take the time to get maximum security.
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El Salvador is home to about 6.5 million people on an area of around 210,000 square kilometres. The small country on the Pacific coast looks back on an interesting history that stretches from pre-Columbian times through Spanish colonisation to the present. Anyone visiting the country should not only admire the beautiful coastal regions, but also be inspired by the food and culture.
A brief outline of the history of El Salvador
Before the Europeans took possession of the country, the indigenous people, mainly Maya and Pipil, lived there. In the 16th century, the Spanish came to El Salvador and made it part of their colony of New Spain. This time left traces that are still visible today.
El Salvador gained independence from Spain in 1821. Later, however, the country belonged to the Central American Confederation until it broke up in 1839. During this time, economic differences also developed between the large landowners and the poorer population. This led to conflicts between the population strata. In 1882, the last indigenous communal land was destroyed, leading to the spread of coffee plantations.
In 1930, there was a military coup by the country's defence minister. Two years later, the new ruler had an indigenous peasant uprising bloodily suppressed. 30,000 people died; it was the end of the indigenous population in El Salvador.
The following years were marked by unrest, wars and civil strife. The civil war between 1980 and 1991 cost the lives of more than 75,000 people.
After the end of the civil war, the political landscape had also changed. The East-West conflict had ended and the Soviet Union disintegrated. This favoured the development of El Salvador from a civil war country to today's functioning democracy.
A brief outline of the history of El Salvador
Before the Europeans took possession of the land, the indigenous people, mainly Maya and Pipil, lived there. In the 16th century, the Spanish came to El Salvador and made it part of their colony of New Spain. This period left traces that are still visible today.
In 1821, El Salvador gained independence from Spain. Later, however, the country belonged to the Central American Confederation until it broke up in 1839. During this time, economic differences also developed between the large landowners and the poorer population. This led to conflicts between the population strata. In 1882, the last indigenous communal land was destroyed, leading to the spread of coffee plantations.
In 1930, there was a military coup by the country's defence minister. Two years later, the new ruler had an indigenous peasant uprising bloodily suppressed. 30,000 people died; it was the end of the indigenous population in El Salvador.
The following years were marked by unrest, wars and civil strife. The civil war between 1980 and 1991 cost the lives of more than 75,000 people.
After the end of the civil war, the political landscape had also changed. The East-West conflict had ended and the Soviet Union disintegrated. This favoured the development of El Salvador from a civil war country to today's functioning democracy.
Entering the Schengen area from El Salvador
Since the country has developed very positively in recent years, entry into the Schengen area has so far been possible without any problems and without much effort. With the introduction of ETIAS, this will change somewhat, but the effort is minimal, as the following illustration shows.
Basically, this is only an estimate, as many things have not yet been fully clarified. However, it can be assumed that ETIAS will be based on the similar ESTA system in the USA.
The application can only be submitted online, i.e. an internet connection and an appropriate terminal device are required. Those who do not have this can still enter the Schengen area. The application can also be submitted by a friend, acquaintance, travel agent or agency.
A valid passport is required for the application. This must be uploaded into the system. Most of the data is automatically transferred. Nevertheless, the applicant must check all details carefully, as errors can occasionally creep in. An application in which the passport number and other data do not match the passport is invalid.
The security questions must be answered with particular care. An affirmative answer will at least lead to a delay, often to a rejection of the application. The question about illnesses only refers to complaints that pose a danger to the applicant or fellow travellers. A cold or a well-controlled chronic illness does not have to be declared.
After payment, it often takes only a few hours for the application to be approved. However, it can also take several days, so the application should not be submitted shortly before the journey.
The ETIAS is valid for three years, so enough time to travel.
Entering the Schengen area from El Salvador with ETIAS
El Salvador is a country with a long and, unfortunately, often dramatic history. Anyone who has ever witnessed a terrorist attack knows the devastation it can cause. Every country has the right, indeed the duty, to protect itself against such attacks. The USA has recognised this since 11 September 2001 at the latest and introduced the ESTA, with which every traveller is checked in a simplified procedure. Now Europe will also take this step and introduce ETIAS for the members of the Schengen area. It only takes a few minutes, but everyone should take the time to get maximum security.