WTTC congratulates EU on adoption of new European Travel Information & Authorization System

WTTC congratulates the EU on the adoption of the new European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS), a pre-authorization system which allows the EU to know who is entering the EU, from where and if they pose a risk to EU security.

Cuando ETIAS entre en funcionamiento, todos los nacionales de terceros países exentos de visa que planeen viajar al área Schengen deberán solicitar una autorización previa al viaje. El objetivo de esto es facilitar los viajes a la UE y simplificar los controles fronterizos.

During negotiations, WTTC stressed the importance of the process to be made as easy as possible for legitimate travelers.

In addition to the ease of process, WTTC also advocated for the fees to remain at a reasonable level, one that did not discourage travelers from coming to Europe. The final fee of seven euros meets this balance.

“We see this as an important first step in the digitalization of travel. The ultimate aim will be the use of biometric technology to ensure seamless, more efficient and more secure travel. WTTC is committed to enhancing security and improving the entire passenger journey. This will essentially maximize the potential of the Travel & Tourism to create jobs and drive economic growth,’ stated Gloria Guevara, President & CEO World Travel & Tourism Council.

ETIAS será gratuito para menores de 18 y mayores de 70.

Solicitar ETIAS tiene como objetivo ser rápido y simple, y no requiere más que un documento de viaje, una tarjeta de crédito y acceso a Internet. La gran mayoría de los solicitantes recibirán una respuesta positiva en cuestión de minutos. Si se necesitara información adicional, documentación o una entrevista, se ofrecerán diferentes posibilidades teniendo en cuenta la situación del viajero.

WTTC welcomes the fact that the needs of the travel and tourism community were taken into account whilst ensuring enhanced EU security.

El nuevo sistema se adoptó hoy (jueves 5 de julio) en el Pleno del Parlamento Europeo en Estrasburgo y se espera que entre en funcionamiento en 2021.

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