New £20 EU travel fee for Brits from 2027
British holidaymakers must pay a €20 ETIAS authorisation for short trips to 30 European nations from 2027. Children under 18 and adults over 70 are exempt. Learn the details and full country list.
British holidaymakers must pay a €20 ETIAS authorisation for short trips to 30 European nations from 2027. Children under 18 and adults over 70 are exempt. Learn the details and full country list.
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