Europe’s new travel authorization system being postponed

18-10-23

The European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS), initially scheduled to be launched in 2021, has likely faced yet another delay. It has been reported in the media, based on disclosures with a few EU ministers, that ETIAS implementation has been pushed to 2025. 

This setback comes as a result of a combination of unforeseen challenges and complications stemming from the Paris Olympics and the delayed EU Entry/Exit System. This article explores the reasons behind the postponement and its potential impacts on travelers and security measures within the European Union.