FCM Alerts Australians on Europe EES-ETIAS Rules

February 20, 2026·about 1 month ago·via VisaHQ

FCM Travel issues an urgent advisory for Australian corporates facing Europe's new Entry/Exit System and ETIAS border controls. Travelers must register online for ETIAS authorization before Schengen visits, ensuring biometric scans at automated gates. Delays loom without prep, so apply early via the official portal. Picture seamless jaunts through Alpine vistas and Mediterranean coasts, but pack patience for this digital upgrade safeguarding the continent's allure.

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