ETIAS implementation delayed again

IMPACT — MEDIUM

The European Commission has again delayed the implementation of the European Travel Information and Authorization System.

Key Points:

• ETIAS is now expected to be fully implemented in 2024 instead of November 2023; the exact date will be posted on this website at a later time.
• Once implemented, non-EU nationals who do not need a visa to travel to Schengen area countries will have to apply for authorization through ETIAS before traveling.
• Applicants will have to apply for ETIAS online or through a mobile application and pay the €7 fee before traveling to the Schengen area.

Additional Information: The European Commission announced plans to introduce ETIAS in April 2016 in order to facilitate border checks, streamline entry processes, ensure a coordinated risk assessment of third-country nationals and reduce the number of refusals of entry at border crossing points.

BAL Analysis: BAL will provide updates as the implementation date gets closer. More information regarding ETIAS is available here.

This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice Group. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com.

Copyright © 2023 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. All rights reserved. Reprinting or digital redistribution to the public is permitted only with the express written permission of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For inquiries please contact copyright@bal.com.