Latest / France News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
ETIAS Delayed to 2027 | France News
ETIAS, the EU’s electronic travel authorization for visa-free Schengen travelers, is now expected to launch in 2027—not 2026—due to delays tied to the troubled Entry/Exit System (EES). While EES aims to boost border security with biometric checks, it’s already facing operational hiccups, including temporary suspensions of data verification during peak times. Frustrated travelers are watching closely as extended EES delays may push ETIAS even further back. Once live, ETIAS will cost €20 (free for under-18s and over-70s) and should be approved quickly—but applications won’t open until closer to…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.