ETIAS Documents
What you need to apply
A Simple Application
Unlike a Schengen Visa, ETIAS requires minimal documents. There is no need for bank statements, hotel bookings, or employment letters. You will only need a few basic items to complete your application online.
Required Documents
Valid passport — From an ETIAS-eligible country, meeting passport requirements (see below)
Email address — Where you will receive your ETIAS confirmation
Payment method — Credit or debit card for the €20 fee
Passport Requirements
- Validity
- 3+ months
- Issue Date
- Within 10 years
- Type
- Machine-readable
- Condition
- Undamaged
After planned departure from Schengen
At time of entry
Biometric preferred
No torn pages or water damage
Information You Will Provide
During the application, you will enter the following details directly into the online form:
Personal Information
Full name (as shown on passport)
Date of birth
Gender
Nationality/citizenship
Contact details (email, phone, address)
Passport Details
Passport number
Country of issue
Issue date
Expiry date
Travel Information
First EU country you will enter
Address in Europe (hotel, accommodation, or contact)
What You DO NOT Need
ETIAS is significantly simpler than a Schengen Visa. Unlike the visa application, you will not need to provide:
Not Required for ETIAS
Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings)
Return flight tickets
Bank statements or proof of funds
Travel insurance documents
Passport photos
Employment or invitation letters
Detailed travel itinerary
ETIAS vs Schengen Visa Documents
| ETIAS | Schengen Visa | |
|---|---|---|
| Valid passport | Required | Required |
| Application form | Online | Paper + Online |
| Passport photos | Not needed | Required |
| Travel insurance | Not needed | Required |
| Proof of accommodation | Not needed | Required |
| Bank statements | Not needed | Required |
| Flight bookings | Not needed | Required |
| Employment letter | Not needed | Often required |
| Embassy visit | Not needed | Usually required |