A new travel scheme called the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) is set to be rolled out across the continent in mid-2025. Designed to provide a more streamlined travel experience by replacing manual passport stamping with digital registration, ETIAS is also being implemented as a measure to identify security, irregular migration, or high epidemic risks posed by visa-exempt visitors traveling to Schengen states. The European Commission has warned travelers of the need to apply for ETIAS well in advance. So if you're planning a European vacation in 2025, here's what you need to know.
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