Sources

Primary sources behind the current ETIAS guidance.

When ETIAS timing or fee information matters, the safest move is to read the source itself. These are the core references used across ETIAS Connect in this version of the site.

Current ETIAS position

Verified on March 26, 2026. ETIAS is not currently in operation, no applications are being collected yet, and the expected start window remains last quarter of 2026.

European Travel Information Authorisation System

European Commission overview page describing ETIAS, its purpose, and its place within EU smart-borders policy.

Open source

The European travel authorisation ETIAS will cost EUR 20

European Commission fee update stating the EUR 20 fee and that ETIAS is expected to start at the end of 2026.

Open source

Smart Borders

European Commission smart-borders policy area covering ETIAS and related entry systems.

Open source

Travel to Europe

Official EU travel information portal that houses traveller-facing ETIAS explanations and related guidance.

Open source