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EU expected to delay ETIAS travel authorisation scheme until 2027

The European Union is reportedly postponing the implementation of its €20 travel authorisation system due to ongoing technical difficulties with biometric border checks.

By Europa Express 9 Jul 2026 · 07:30 CET Updated 9 Jul 2026 · 07:30 CET

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Core Briefing: EU expected to delay ETIAS travel authorisation scheme until 2027
Strategic Context: The European Union is reportedly postponing the implementation of its €20 travel authorisation system due to ongoing technical difficulties with biometric border checks.
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According to The Local, the launch of the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) is now set for 2027. The delay follows significant setbacks and operational issues regarding the implementation of the new biometric Entry/Exit System (EES) border checks, which were scheduled for rollout this year.

The ETIAS scheme, which requires non-EU travellers to pay a €20 fee, has faced complications that have hindered the overall timeline for securing the bloc's external borders. Officials have not yet provided further details on the specific nature of the delays or the updated launch schedule beyond the 2027 target date.

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