#shorts ETIAS Explained | Don’t make this mistake! New Travel Requirements for Americans & Others
#ETIAS #EuropeTravel #SchengenZone #traveltips Apply here: https://travel-europe.europa.eu/en/etias Planning a trip to Europe soon? Don’t make this mistake! Big changes are coming to the Schengen Zone, and travelers from the United States and 60 other visa‑free countries will soon need ETIAS authorization before entering 29 European nations. This video breaks down everything you need to know — which countries require ETIAS, who must apply, how the process works, fees, timelines, and how long your approval lasts. Whether you're preparing for an upcoming European adventure or simply love learning about global travel, this guide gives you clear, up‑to‑date information to help you navigate the new rules with confidence. ABOUT US: We are two 60-somethings who are fortunate enough to be able to smell the roses---and we do---while we still can! We don't like videos in which the content creator is the star of the show. We prefer to show you what you want to see: the surroundings, the physical space and the atmosphere. We want to impart good, useful information to help you plan your travels! We give you how-to-guides, flight reviews, airline lounge tours, train excursions, cruise information, info about boat rentals, amazing hikes and luxury lodging, garden tours and 4K walkabouts. 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nahbee124/ The best way to pack a suitcase! https://youtube.com/shorts/789lgb65HuA?feature=share Say "Thank You" in Their Language! https://youtube.com/shorts/6o9tWyCY0kk?feature=share Before you fly Delta, Watch this! https://youtu.be/8DWxO8Bwq-I Take a DAY flight to Europe! https://youtu.be/q_TFvFx1QXs Europe is the world's most visited region, but getting there will soon require a few extra steps. Entry rules for the European Schengen Zone are changing. Here's what you need to know about the new ETIAS process. Travelers from the United States and 60 other countries traveling to the 29 member countries of the Schengen Zone must register with ETIAS or risk being denied entry. All travelers, regardless of age, will need an ETIAS visa waiver. The new travel authorization applies to any member country of the Schengen Zone. This includes 23 EU countries, 6 non-EU countries, and 3 European microstates, 32 countries and territories in total. However, many European nations are not part of the Schengen Zone, primarily in Eastern Europe. This means you can travel to these countries without ETIAS registration. The ETIAS application should take about 10 minutes to complete. You'll need a valid passport, an email address, and a debit or credit card to pay the non-refundable 7 euro application fee, which applies to individuals aged 18 to 70. Those under 18 or over 70 still need the ETIAS waiver, but are exempt from the fee. After submitting your online application with your passport details and answering security and health questions, your ETIAS application will be processed immediately. You should receive an email confirming approval within 96 hours. You won't need to reapply for each trip. Your ETIAS authorization will be valid for 3 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. Please post any comments or questions below. Thanks for watching and bon voyage!