Do You Need a New ETIAS When You Get a New Passport
Usually, yes. If you are a United States citizen and the European Travel Information and Authorisation System is required for your trip, getting a […]
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Can You Still Get a Passport Stamp in Europe After EES
Usually, no. Since the European Union Entry/Exit System, known as EES, became fully operational on April 10, 2026, eligible non-European Union travelers on short […]
Do Americans Need ETIAS for European Layovers
No, Americans do not need ETIAS for a European layover at present because the system is not yet operating. As of September 15, 2026, […]
How Long Does ETIAS Approval Take for U.S. Travelers
As of September 14, 2026, ETIAS is not operating and applications are not being accepted. The European Union says that the European Travel Information […]
Which Passport Should US EU Dual Citizens Use for EES
For travel between the United States and the Schengen area, carry both valid passports and use the document that proves your right to enter […]
Does EES Apply to Eurostar Passengers
Yes. The European Union Entry/Exit System, known as EES, applies to most non-European Union passengers making a short stay when they travel on Eurostar […]
Does EES Apply to Cruise Passengers on European Itineraries
Does the Entry/Exit System apply to cruise passengers? Sometimes. A cruise that begins and ends outside the Schengen area will usually be exempt from […]
Can You Fly With a Temporary Paper License in 2026
No. A temporary paper driver’s license is not an accepted form of identification at a Transportation Security Administration checkpoint, including when it was issued […]
How to Use the Travel to Europe App for EES
The official Travel to Europe app is optional. It can help eligible travellers pre-register selected information for the European Union Entry/Exit System, known as […]
Does EES Apply to Residence Permit Holders
Usually, no. The Entry/Exit System (EES) does not register a non-European Union national who holds a valid residence permit or long-stay visa issued by […]
Do You Need to Give Fingerprints Every Time With EES
You may be asked to scan your fingerprints again each time you cross an external border covered by the Entry/Exit System (EES), but that […]
Do Children Need Fingerprints for EES at European Borders
Children younger than twelve do not have to provide fingerprints for the European Entry/Exit System (EES). A child who is otherwise covered by EES […]