"New Travel Requirement: US Citizens to Obtain Visas for Europe Starting 2024"

Starting in 2024, US passport holders will need to apply for travel authorization through the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) before visiting Europe. The application, available online or through a mobile app, requires a fee of 7 euros or $7.79 USD and is valid for three years. Once approved, travelers can stay in European countries that require ETIAS for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. The authorization is linked to the traveler's passport and must be presented along with the passport for entry.