EU Postpones ETIAS Rollout Again, Now Expected 2027

The European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) will not see a full rollout until 2027, following earlier delays from its original November 2023 target. This electronic travel authorisation is required for visitors from visa-exempt nations, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, entering 30 European countries. The postponement aims to allow time to resolve ongoing issues with the Entry/Exit System (EES), an automated biometric framework already in place. When launched, the digital application will cost €20, last for three years or until the passport expires, and will not collect biometric data. Travel advisors may submit individual applications on behalf of clients with a formal declaration of representation.