Travel rules are changing again — and if you’re planning a trip to Europe or the UK in the next couple of years, here’s what you need to know to stay ahead.
✈️ Quick Travel Tip: Europe & UK Entry Updates
UK ETA → Already required if you fly through or into the UK. Quick online form, valid 3 years, ~£10–12.
EU EES → Starting Oct 2025. First arrival = passport scan + photo + fingerprints. No fee, faster re-entry afterward.
EU ETIAS → Starting Oct 2026. Online travel authorization, €20, valid 3 years, multiple entries.
💡 Check the latest requirements before you go: CIBT Visas https://cibtvisas.ca/?login=dt
✈️ UK ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization)
Already in effect.
If you’re transiting or staying in the UK, you’ll need to apply online for an ETA. It’s quick, valid for 3 years, and costs about £10–12. Even if you’re only connecting through the airport, it’s smart to have one in case of flight delays or overnight layovers.
🛂 EU EES (Entry/Exit System)
Coming October 2025.
On your first arrival in the EU, you’ll have your passport scanned, photo and fingerprints taken. After that, you’ll be able to use digital gates for faster re-entry. There’s no fee, and manual passport lines will still exist. It’s designed to speed things up over time.
🌐 EU ETIAS (Electronic Travel Authorization)
Deferred to October 2026.
Similar to the UK ETA, this will require Canadian and U.S. travelers to apply online before visiting the EU. Cost: €20. Valid for 3 years and allows multiple entries of up to 90 days.
✅ In Short
UK ETA – Required now if flying through or into the UK.
EU EES – Starts October 2025, digital entry system, no fee.
EU ETIAS – Starts October 2026, €20 online authorization required.
Keeping track of entry requirements is as important as keeping your passport valid — and rules can shift. To make it easier, here’s a resource my host agency uses to track the latest updates: CIBT Visas.
✨ I’ll continue to monitor and share updates, so you can travel confidently and focus on what really matters — enjoying your journey and maximizing your Return on Life.
Warmly,
Sheila
Virtuoso Cruise Icon | Lush Life Travel
🌐 www.lushlife.ca