Foreign citizens that want to travel in the EU but already have…

Foreign citizens that want to travel in the EU but already have a Schengen Visa do not need to get an ETIAS authorization.

However, you can apply for ETIAS when your Schengen Visa expires. You will be granted the ETIAS if you are considered eligible.

Do you need to take the ETIAS authorization with you when you Travel?

The answer is yes, make sure to bring the ETIAS authorization even if you are planning to fly to a Schengen state or are driving there. It is recommended to apply for the ETIAS three days before you start off driving.

How is the ETIAS Visa different from the other Visas?

Schengen countries have forever been concerned with the security issues the travelers present. In order to have better management of the borders, they have agreed on creating the ETIAS Visa because it reduces the procedures, wait time and security concerns.

Do you want to be part of winter or summer camps and study programs that are held in Schengen countries?

If you’re worried about all that paperwork you have to file, worry no more. Thanks to the ETIAS Visa, this is made much easier.

When will the ETIAS Visa be available?

Authorities have come to the conclusion that ETIAS will be optional for about six months after it becomes operationable. Regarding that the EU commission spokesperson, Katarzyna Kolankoo has said that ETIAS will become fully operational very soon.

What is the ETIAS Visa used for mostly?

ETIAS visa is a visa demanded for non-EU citizens who can enter the Schengen Zone and freely visit each of the states. It is used often for business and tourist purposes.

Submitting your application online for an ETIAS Visa and getting rejected is tough,

but fortunately the reason will be stated too, therefore you can write an appeal to that response in case you think it was not fair. If it was fair then you can reapply when you collect the documents you need.

How long can you stay in Europe with the ETIAS visa waiver?

The ETIAS visa waiver will be eligible for staying only 90 days in Europe, for business or leisure reasons. Those citizens that need to stay in Europe for more than 90 days will need to apply for a different kind of visa.