Published on
12/08/2026 - 11:57 GMT+2
Europe’s much-delayed travel permit for visa-free visitors has hit yet another roadblock, with the European Union now pushing back the launch of the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) indefinitely.
The system, which will eventually require travellers from countries including the UK, US, Canada and Australia to apply for pre-travel authorisation, was previously expected to launch in 2027. Now, even that timeline is uncertain, as technical problems with Europe’s new border system continue to cause headaches.
For travellers, the message is simple for now: don’t apply, and don’t pay anyone claiming to offer ETIAS applications.
