The European Union is expected to delay the launch of ETIAS, its €20 travel authorisation scheme, until 2027, according to reporting cited by multiple outlets. The ETIAS system—intended to require authorisation for travellers from visa-exempt countries—was originally planned for an earlier start, but the timetable is now being adjusted.
The reported delay is linked to implementation challenges affecting other border technology currently being rolled out, particularly the EES (Entry/Exit System) biometric checks at EU external borders. Euronews notes that concerns have emerged following difficulties associated with EES implementation, while The Local says the ETIAS postponement stems from problems and delays in bringing the biometric EES checks into operation this year.
Glasgow Times also points to the same Financial Times reporting, which frames the change as being driven by “technical glitches” and resulting border queue issues. Together, the sources describe a decision to push back ETIAS to allow time to address technical and operational setbacks in the related border systems.
