ETIAS clarifies biometric data requirements about Europe’s new visa system

As Europe prepares to introduce its new Entry/Exit System (EES) at the end of 2023, confusion is growing around data requirements for travelers.

The European Travel Information Authorisation Scheme (ETIAS) clarified last week that the ETIAS application form will not request any biometric data, such as fingerprints from visa-exempt travelers which cover more than 60 countries, including U.S., Japan, Australia, South Korea and more.

While the ETIAS application doesn’t require biometrics, travelers will still need to submit biometric passport numbers, …

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