Britons travelling to Europe will soon be forking out some extra cash to if they plan to enter or pass through the bloc.
From mid-2025, Britons together with passport holders from several other countries will need to pay €7 (£6) under a new visa system.
The European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) will apply to anyone between the ages of 18-70.
Visitors to European countries will need an official ETIAS visa waiver for trips of up to 90 days and must be obtained at least 96 hours before departure.
For those wishing to stay longer, a completely separate visa is required.
Despite the cost, the ETIAS lasts for three years meaning Britons do not need to get a new document every time they visit or get a new passport.
Additionally, the fee doesn’t have to be paid every time an EU country is visited.
The UK currently has electronic travel authorisation (ETAs) for people who do not need a visa and are staying only a short time in the UK.
However, only people from Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates can apply for ETAs which cost £10.
According to the Government website, “more nationalities will be able to apply later”.
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Source Agencies
