How to apply for ETIAS, step by step
ETIAS isn't open yet (expected late 2026), but here's exactly how the application will work — and how to get it right the first time.
What you'll need
A valid biometric passport (valid at least three months beyond your trip), a payment card for the €20 fee, and an email address you personally control. Have your travel details and passport to hand.
The steps
1) Complete the form with your personal and passport details. 2) Answer the security and background questions honestly. 3) Pay the €20 fee. 4) Submit and wait — most approvals arrive within minutes, occasionally up to a few days if extra checks apply. 5) Receive your authorisation, linked electronically to your passport.
Avoiding mistakes
The most common rejections come from typos in the passport number or a name mismatch. Double-check everything; even small errors can mean a refusal and re-payment, and the EU's fee is non-refundable.
Let us handle it
HelpMyVisa completes and submits the official application for you — accurately, with your own email on file — for €35 all-inclusive, refundable any time before submission. Reserve now and we submit the moment ETIAS opens.
Frequently asked questions
When can I apply?
Once ETIAS launches, expected late 2026. You can reserve with us now.
How long does approval take?
Usually minutes; sometimes up to 96 hours, or longer if additional checks are needed.
Is the official fee refundable?
No — the EU's €20 fee is non-refundable even if refused. Our service fee is refundable before submission.
What if I make a mistake?
Errors can cause refusal; we review your details before submitting to minimise that risk.