The European Union operates interconnected large-scale IT systems that enable member states to share critical information on borders, asylum, and law enforcement, creating an integrated security ecosystem.
Regional leaders gathered in Montenegro to coordinate border strategies and advance entry-exit system implementation across Southeast Europe.
The EU Council has decided to temporarily suspend certain elements of the EU visa code for Ethiopian nationals in response to insufficient readmission cooperation.
The EU common visa policy establishes harmonized entry conditions for the Schengen area while adapting to geopolitical changes through visa facilitation and suspension mechanisms. Discover how digitalisation and ETIAS integration are reshaping travel security.
EU and Western Balkans ministers gathered in Budva to strengthen collaboration on transnational crime, migration management, visa harmonization, and digital justice initiatives.
ETIAS is not yet operational, but preparations are underway. Discover the transitional and grace periods that will guide visa-free travellers entering the 30 European countries.
Discover how ETIAS affects your land travel plans by bus, train, or car across Europe.
The ETIAS application fee is set to increase from EUR 7 to EUR 20 before the system's launch in 2026.
ETIAS applications can be completed by a travel agent, friend or relative, but the traveller remains responsible for the information submitted. The official rules focus on trust, written authorisation and transparency over fees.
If you hold dual citizenship, understanding which passport to link with your ETIAS authorization is crucial for seamless European travel.