ETIAS costs €20 (about US$20–25 depending on the exchange rate) on the official website or app. It's free for under-18s, over-70s and qualifying family members of EU citizens. The fee is not refunded if you're refused.
Fee and exemptions
| Who | Fee |
|---|---|
| Adults aged 18 to 70 | €20 |
| Under 18 | Free |
| Over 70 | Free |
| Family members of EU citizens with free movement rights | Free |
The fee went up from the €7 originally announced to €20, as confirmed by the European Commission.
Why do some sites charge $50, $80 or $100?
Because they're middlemen: they file your application on the official website and add a service fee. That's legal if they say so clearly, but they give you nothing you can't do yourself in 10 minutes. And right now, since ETIAS isn't running, nobody can process it.
How you'll pay
Online, during the application, by card. The official website doesn't store your payment data: only the bank or payment provider handling the transaction sees it.
Who counts as a family member (free ETIAS)
Family members of EU citizens, or of citizens of Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland, don't pay if EU free-movement law applies to them: spouses, registered partners, children under 21 or dependent, and dependent parents. The key condition: the EU relative must be travelling to or living in a country other than their own.
Official example: a Mexican citizen married to a French national who lives in France pays the €20, because free-movement law doesn't apply there. A 19-year-old American son of a French national living in Spain can apply as a family member, free of charge, for travel to Spain.
Frequently asked questions
Will I get a refund if I'm refused?
No. The €20 fee is non-refundable.
Do I pay for every trip?
No. You pay once and it's valid for 3 years (or until your passport expires) for as many trips as you like.
Do my kids pay?
No, under-18s are free, although each child needs their own authorization.
How much is ETIAS in US dollars?
€20, which is roughly US$21–24 depending on the exchange rate and your card's foreign transaction fee.
Do I pay again if my application is refused and I reapply?
Yes. Each application costs €20 and fees are not refunded.
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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.