Last Updated: June 2026
As of June 2026, ETIAS launches in Q4 2026 for citizens of approximately 60 visa-exempt countries. Select your passport below for a complete guide covering costs, requirements, and exactly what changes for your nationality when ETIAS goes live.
⚡ ETIAS by Nationality: Quick Facts
| Who needs ETIAS? | Citizens of visa-exempt countries — if you currently visit Europe without a visa, you will need ETIAS from late 2026 |
| When does ETIAS launch? | Q4 2026 (October–December) — exact date not yet announced by the European Commission |
| How much does ETIAS cost? | €20 per application — free for travelers under 18 and over 70 |
| How long is ETIAS valid? | 3 years or until your passport expires — whichever comes first |
| How many countries does ETIAS cover? | 30 European countries — all 29 Schengen member states plus Cyprus |
| Does ETIAS replace the Schengen visa? | No — ETIAS is only for visa-exempt nationalities. If your country requires a Schengen visa, ETIAS does not apply to you |
ETIAS Guides by Passport
Each guide below covers exactly what ETIAS means for your nationality — launch timeline, cost, application process, which countries are covered, and nationality-specific rules including dual citizenship and transit situations.
🛂 Don’t See Your Passport? You May Need a Schengen Visa
If your nationality isn’t on the visa-exempt list above, ETIAS doesn’t apply to you — you’ll need a Schengen visa instead. iVisa handles the application end-to-end, along with UK ETAs, US ESTAs, and travel documents for 200+ countries, and will add ETIAS support once the system goes live in Q4 2026.
Browse iVisa →Prefer to research first? See our Europe Visa by Nationality hub for visa-required passport guides, or use the Europe Travel Planner to check your exact requirements.
What Is ETIAS and Why Does It Matter?
ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) is Europe’s new pre-travel authorization system launching in Q4 2026. If your nationality currently travels to Europe without a visa, ETIAS adds one step before your trip: a 10-minute online form, a €20 fee, and an authorization that stays valid for 3 years across 30 European countries.
ETIAS is not a visa. There’s no embassy visit, no interview, no document stack. Most applications are approved within minutes. It’s Europe’s equivalent of the US ESTA or Canada’s eTA — a security screening that happens before you board, not at the border.
For the full breakdown of how ETIAS works, see our Complete ETIAS Guide →
🛡️ ETIAS Gets You In — It Doesn’t Cover You
ETIAS is an entry authorization, not insurance. A medical emergency in Europe can cost thousands out of pocket — ETIAS won’t help with that, but travel insurance will. SafetyWing’s Nomad Insurance covers emergency medical treatment across 185+ countries, plus travel delays and lost checked luggage, with no fixed end date.
Get Covered for Europe →Got ETIAS Figured Out? Plan the Rest
Beyond your ETIAS, the Europe Travel Planner maps the practical stuff — plug adapters, local currency, driving requirements, and how long you can stay — tailored to your passport and every country on your route.
Plan the Practical Details →📚 Related Articles
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This page is for informational purposes only. ETIAS has not yet launched as of June 2026. Always verify requirements with official EU sources before traveling.