Schengen ETIAS travel authorisation (not yet in operation): fee, stay and who needs it
As of 4 November 2026 the Commission says ETIAS is not in operation and no applications are collected; the start date will be announced several months before launch. Do not apply yet. Will apply to Annex II nationals only. EUR 20 once operational; applicants under 18 or over 70 pay no fee
ETIAS travel authorisation (not yet in operation)
ETA- Official fee
- €20
- Stay
- same as visa free stay (90 in 180)
- Interview
- No
Questions
How much is the Schengen ETIAS travel authorisation (not yet in operation)?
The official fee is €20. EUR 20 once operational; applicants under 18 or over 70 pay no fee
How long can I stay on the ETIAS travel authorisation (not yet in operation)?
same as visa free stay (90 in 180). Validity: 3 years or until passport expires (per ETIAS Regulation).
What can I do on the ETIAS travel authorisation (not yet in operation)?
It is for tourism, business, family visit, transit.
Official sources
Checked on November 4, 2026
- Regulation (EU) 2018/1806 consolidated text 30.12.2025 (Annex I and II)
- Visa Code (EC) 810/2009 consolidated, Annex IV airport transit visa list
- European Commission, Visa policy (suspensions, Georgia, Vanuatu)
- European Commission, Applying for a Schengen visa (fees, processing)
- European Commission, Smart Borders (EES fully operational 10 April 2026; ETIAS not in operation)
- European Commission news 17 July 2025: ETIAS will cost EUR 20
- Official ETIAS / EES site
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