Who can be denied ETIAS?
Who can be denied ETIAS? Decisions on whether the ETIAS will be granted are made on a case-by-case basis. As ETIAS is in place to prevent terrorism and serious crime in Europe, only those individuals deemed a threat will go on to have their request denied. Travelers with minor convictions should not be deterred from applying for ETIAS.
What is the grace period for ETIAS?
ETIAS Transitional and Grace Periods ETIAS will not be mandatory for U.S. citizens right away. There will be a 6-month transitional period followed by a 6-month grace period. During the 6-month transitional period, Americans will be allowed to cross the external border without ETIAS.
Does the 90 day rule apply to Irish citizens?
The 90/180-day rule does not apply to Ireland and the following countries that have yet to join the Schengen area: Bulgaria.
Do you need fingerprints for ETIAS?
When applying for an ETIAS travel authorisation, travellers will need to provide their personal information, including address, passport details, current occupation, and information about past travel to conflict zones or criminal convictions. No biometric data, such as fingerprints, is collected with ETIAS.
What questions will ETIAS ask?
- Personal information: name, date of birth, place of birth, gender, and contact details.
- Passport information: passport number, expiration date, and country of issuance.
- Travel information: point of entry to the Schengen Area, intended length of stay, and accommodation details.
Do I need ETIAS if I am over 70?
Do infants, children or teens need an ETIAS? Yes, all travellers, regardless of their age, will require a separate and approved ETIAS in order to travel to the European Union. However, individuals under the age of 18, or over the age of 70, are exempt from paying the €7 processing fee.