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EU Delays Digital Travel Authorization System Launch to 2027 Due to Airport Backlogs
The EU has delayed the launch of its ETIAS electronic travel authorization system to 2027 due to biometric passport system issues causing airport delays. Israeli travelers will not face new entry requirements during late 2026 holidays, and full ETIAS enforcement will start mid-2027 after a transition period.
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What happened
- 01EU postpones ETIAS launch from late 2026 to 2027 due to biometric system instability.
- 02New biometric passport stamping causes long queues at major European airports.
- 03ETIAS requires visa-exempt travelers, including Israelis, to obtain pre-travel authorization.
- 04Israeli travelers can enter Europe without ETIAS during 2026 holidays using valid passports.
- 05ETIAS fee is 20 euros per person, with exemptions for children under 18 and seniors over 70.
- 06Full ETIAS enforcement begins mid-2027 after a six-month transition period.
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