Important Travel Update: Flying to Europe in 2024

The European Union is about to pass a new rule where U.S. citizens (and other nations) traveling to certain European countries must apply for a visa waiver (known as the ETIAS or European Travel Information and Authorization System) to enter these countries. 

If you are traveling to Europe next year (2024) for a short-term stay (you are traveling for 90 days or less, which doesn’t require a visa), you must apply for a visa waiver called the ETIAS to enter the country. The European Union will pass this new rule, and 30 European countries will participate in this application process. This list includes popular destinations like France, Spain, and Italy. 

It is super important that you apply with ample time before your trip. Although the application and approval process takes only a few minutes and up to 3 days, it is best to do it with time before your flight. You will need 1) a valid passport that doesn't expire for three more months from your travel date and 2) a 7 euro fee paid during the application process.

The list includes: 

1. Austria 
2. Belgium 
3. Bulgaria 
4. Croatia 
5. Cyprus 
6. Czech Republic 
7. Denmark 
8. Estonia 
9. Finland 
10. France 
11. Germany 
12. Greece 
13. Hungary 
14. Iceland 
15. Italy 
16. Latvia 
17. Liechtenstein 
18. Lithuania 
19. Luxembourg 
20. Malta 
21. Netherlands 
22. Norway 
23. Poland 
24. Portugal 
25. Romania 
26. Slovakia 
27. Slovenia 
28. Spain 
29. Sweden 
30. Switzerland 

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