ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Who should apply?
Embarking on a European trip in 2025? Ensure your eligibility for ETIAS if you're from a visa-exempt country. Ideal for travelers planning short stays for tourism or business.
A valid passport is a must, and while all ages need to apply, fee exemptions are available for certain age groups.
A clean record is key, and certain medical conditions may need to be assessed. Ready for Europe? Get ETIAS-ready!
Who should apply?
Embarking on a European trip in 2025? Ensure your eligibility for ETIAS if you're from a visa-exempt country.
Ideal for travelers planning short stays for tourism or business.
A valid passport is a must, and while all ages need to apply, fee exemptions are available for certain age groups.
A clean record is key, and certain medical conditions may need to be assessed.
Ready for Europe? Get ETIAS-ready!
Understanding the Eligibility Criteria for ETIAS
Embarking on a European adventure? Here’s what you need to know:
Az ETIAS Követelményeknek Megfelelő Európai Országok
ETIAS Eligible Countries
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Country |
Remarks |
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Albania |
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Antigua and Barbuda |
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Argentina |
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Australia |
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Bahamas |
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Barbados |
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Bosnia and Herzegovina |
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Brazil |
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Brunei Darussalam |
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Canada |
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Chile |
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Colombia |
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Costa Rica |
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Dominica |
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El Salvador |
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Georgia |
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Grenada |
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Guatemala |
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Honduras |
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Hong Kong |
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Israel |
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Japan |
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Kiribati |
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Macau |
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Macedonia |
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Malaysia |
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Marshall Islands |
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Mauritius |
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Mexico |
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Micronesia |
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Montenegro |
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New Zealand |
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Nicaragua |
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Palau |
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Panama |
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Paraguay |
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Peru |
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Republic of Moldova |
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Saint Kitts and Nevis |
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Saint Lucia |
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Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
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Samoa |
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Serbia |
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Seychelles |
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Singapore |
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Solomon Islands |
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South Korea |
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Taiwan |
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Timor-Leste |
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Tonga |
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Trinidad and Tobago |
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Tuvalu |
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Ukraine |
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United Arab Emirates |
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United Kingdom |
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United States of America |
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Uruguay |
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Vanuatu |
(currently suspended from ETIAS until further notice) |
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Venezuela |
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ETIAS Required European Countries
ETIAS Eligible Countries
|
Country |
Remarks |
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Albania |
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Antigua and Barbuda |
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Argentina |
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Australia |
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Bahamas |
|
|
Barbados |
|
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Bosnia and Herzegovina |
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Brazil |
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Brunei Darussalam |
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Canada |
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Chile |
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Colombia |
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Costa Rica |
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Dominica |
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El Salvador |
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Georgia |
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Grenada |
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Guatemala |
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Honduras |
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Hong Kong |
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Israel |
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Japan |
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Kiribati |
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Macau |
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Macedonia |
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Malaysia |
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Marshall Islands |
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Mauritius |
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Mexico |
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Micronesia |
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Montenegro |
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New Zealand |
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Nicaragua |
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Palau |
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Panama |
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Paraguay |
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Peru |
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Republic of Moldova |
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Saint Kitts and Nevis |
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Saint Lucia |
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Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
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Samoa |
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Serbia |
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Seychelles |
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Singapore |
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Solomon Islands |
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South Korea |
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Taiwan |
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Timor-Leste |
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Tonga |
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Trinidad and Tobago |
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Tuvalu |
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Ukraine |
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United Arab Emirates |
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United Kingdom |
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United States of America |
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Uruguay |
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Vanuatu |
(currently suspended from ETIAS until further notice) |
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Venezuela |
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Travel Purposes: ETIAS authorization accommodates travelers for tourism, business, transit, or medical visits. However, it does not extend to individuals planning long-term study or work in Europe.
ETIAS Stay Duration: The duration of stay permitted with ETIAS extends to short stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period within the Schengen Area."
Passport Essentials: A valid passport, with a machine-readable section, and in some cases, an electronic chip.
Schengen Area Security - Criminal Record and Safety Checks: To ensure the safety of the Schengen Area, applicants must not possess a substantial criminal record or present security risks. A comprehensive background check is a requisite step in the application process.
Previous EU Entry Denials: Individuals with a history of denied entry into any EU country may encounter heightened scrutiny or be deemed ineligible for ETIAS.
Age: Under 18 or over 70?
No matter your age, ETIAS authorization is a step all travelers must take. However, those under 18 and those over 70 may find themselves exempt from any application fees, easing the journey for our younger and senior adventurers. Additionally, relatives of EU residents, as well as individuals from non-EU countries with freedom of movement within the Union, may also enjoy this fee exemption.
What About Health?
Certain health conditions, especially those that could potentially endanger public health, may impact eligibility.
