Significant travel changes for Australians headed to Europe

·

Europe is implementing the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS), which will be linked to the passenger’s passport.

The ETIAS functions as a mechanism for screening arrivals before travel.

Beginning in the first half of 2025, travellers arriving in Europe from Australia and 59 other visa-exempt countries will be required to obtain an ETIAS online prior to their trip.

A six-month transitional period will be in effect, during which travellers who have not yet secured their ETIAS will still be permitted to enter Europe, provided they meet all other entry requirements.

The initial cost of the ETIAS will be seven euros (11.57 AUD). There will be no fee for travellers under 18 and above 70, and family members of EU citizens.

Administrators have stated that most ETIAS applications will be processed “within minutes.” However, they also caution that the processing time could extend up to 30 days if further information is required.

European Commissioner for Migration, Home Affairs and Citizenship Dimitris Avramopoulos said that the system “will ensure that we no longer have an information gap on visa-free travellers”.

“Anyone who poses a migratory or security risk will be identified before they even travel to EU borders, while the travel of bona fide travellers will be facilitated,” he added.

Source: CourierMail.

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Latest News

Hellenic spirit shines at the opening of the Odyssey Greek Festival 2025

The opening night of the 2025 Odyssey Greek Festival was a vibrant celebration of culture, memory, and community

Areti Ketime brings the spirit of rebetiko to Melbourne for the Zeibekiko Festival

The Zeibekiko Festival has returned for its third year this month with a lively Rebetika performance in Melbourne by singer Areti Ketime. 

Literary memorial in Sydney honours the legacy of esteemed scholar Dr George Kanarakis

A literary memorial in honour of Greek academic and internationally renowned linguist of Australia, Dr George Kanarakis, was held on Tuesday.

Memorial service to be held in Sydney to honour the life of Chris Felemegas

A memorial service will be held in Sydney on Sunday, October 12, to honour the life of Chris Felemegas, a figure remembered for his warmth.

Greek Deputy Foreign Minister Ioannis Loverdos meets Archbishop Makarios in Sydney

Greek Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for Hellenism Abroad, Ioannis Loverdos, met with Archbishop Makarios of Australia on Tuesday.

You May Also Like

Boxing Day: Why do we celebrate it in Australia?

Have you ever wondered why we celebrate Boxing Day, or what the story behind it is? Find out the full story here.

Con Kalamaras on Estudiantina’s album launch and the power of Greek music

Estudiantina of Melbourne launches their debut album at Brunswick Ballroom on Sunday, March 9. Read our interview with Con Calamaras .

Aussie Keeper Tom Glover weds Alexia Karavatakis in Greek island-style celebration

Goalkeeper Tom Glover tied the knot with the love of his life, Alexia Karavatakis, who hails from the island of Lesvos (Mytilene).