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Do I need ETIAS?

Pick your passport and destination. We'll tell you whether you need ETIAS, a visa or nothing.

Checked: Official sources: 1Independent guide
Traveler with a backpack, passport and phone at the airport before flying to Europe

How it works

The checker uses the official list of nationalities published by the European Commission and the list of countries that will require ETIAS. It handles the special cases of Cyprus, Ireland, the UK and the microstates.

Cases it doesn't cover: European residence permit holders, dual nationals, refugees or stateless people, diplomatic passports and school trips. See them in who needs ETIAS.

The map

World map: in yellow, the countries whose citizens will need ETIAS
Citizens will need ETIASCountries that will require ETIASNeed a Schengen visa (or other)

What each result means

  • "Not today, but yes once it starts": your passport is visa-exempt. Travel now with just your passport; apply for ETIAS when it opens.
  • "You need a Schengen visa": ETIAS doesn't apply to you; apply for a visa at the consulate or visa centre of your main destination.
  • "You don't need ETIAS": you are an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen or from a microstate with free movement.
  • UK, Ireland, microstates: special cases with their own rules, explained in each result.

Frequently asked questions

Is the result official?

It's an estimate based on official sources. Double-check on the official website before you travel.

Do I need ETIAS if I'm only transiting?

No, if you stay in the international transit area of the airport. Yes, if you go through passport control.

I live in the EU with a residence permit. Do I need ETIAS?

No. A residence permit from a country requiring ETIAS (except Cyprus) exempts you.

Keep reading

Who needs ETIASDual citizenshipNationalitiesCountriesETIAS FAQ

Sources

  1. European Commission: who should apply for ETIAS

This guide is independent and for information only. Rules can change: before you travel, always double-check on the official ETIAS website and with the authorities of the country you're visiting.