Is ETIAS Pro official?
Short answer: no. We’re a private information and assistance service, and we think that’s the most useful thing we can be.
Straight answer
What ETIAS Pro is
- An independent, plain-English guide to ETIAS.
- A free pre-launch eligibility check by passport and destination.
- A single-email launch alert when the official EU system opens.
- A planned, optional assisted ETIAS application service after launch.
What ETIAS Pro is not
- The official EU ETIAS website. That is travel-europe.europa.eu/etias.
- Affiliated with the European Union, Frontex or any government.
- A way to apply for ETIAS today, which isn’t possible anywhere.
- A site that asks for passport numbers or payment before launch.
What we offer now
Today, before ETIAS opens, ETIAS Pro is intentionally minimal:
- Information pages about ETIAS, by topic, nationality and destination.
- A conservative eligibility check based on passport and destination.
- An email-only launch alert so you’re told when the official system opens.
What we will not do before launch
- We never ask for your passport number, date of birth or documents.
- We never take payment, since ETIAS cannot be issued yet.
- We never claim to be the EU, official or government-endorsed.
- We never use EU flags, stars or crests, or add fake urgency.
- We only use your email for the launch alert: a confirmation, one email at launch, and a heads-up if the timeline changes.
What we may offer when ETIAS opens
Once the official EU system is live, ETIAS Pro plans to offer an assisted ETIAS application: a guided version of the form with pre-submission checks, family/group support, and human review before submission. The official €20 EU fee will always be paid to the EU; any service fee we charge will be separate and clearly disclosed.
Using a private service like ours will always be optional. The EU system is open to every traveller directly.
How we handle personal data
Before launch, the only personal data we collect is an email address (with consent) for the launch alert. We don’t ask for passport numbers, dates of birth or payment details. After launch, the assisted application will collect only what the EU form needs, and we’ll explain exactly what is stored and for how long on our privacy page.
How to apply directly through the official system
When ETIAS opens, you can apply directly via travel-europe.europa.eu/etias. We’ll always link to it; we’ll never try to obscure it.
Official vs ETIAS Pro vs misleading lookalikes
Side-by-side comparison
| What you’re looking at | Official EU ETIAS | ETIAS Pro (us) |
|---|---|---|
| Issues the ETIAS authorisation | Yes (after launch) | No, that always sits with the EU |
| Run by the EU | Yes | No, independent private service |
| Fee charged | €20 (only) | Nothing today; optional service fee after launch (separate) |
| Takes applications today | No, not open yet | No, we point you to the EU site |
| Asks for passport details today | No | No |
| Uses EU flag / “Official” branding | Yes, appropriately | No, never |
Misleading lookalike sites typically copy the official look, take “applications” before ETIAS opens, charge more than €20 with no transparency, and avoid clearly stating that they’re private. See official ETIAS website for warning signs.
Get one email when the official EU system opens
Get one email when ETIAS applications open. No passport details. No payment before launch.
About ETIAS Pro: FAQs
Is ETIAS Pro official?
No. ETIAS Pro is a private information and assistance service. We are not affiliated with the European Union, Frontex or any government. When ETIAS opens, you will be able to apply directly through the official EU ETIAS website or app.
Can I apply directly through the EU?
Yes. When the official ETIAS system opens, every traveller will be able to apply directly through the official EU website or app at travel-europe.europa.eu/etias. Using a private service is always optional.
Why might I use a private ETIAS support service?
Some travellers prefer help with form-filling, managing multiple family applications, reminders for renewal, or a second pair of eyes on details like passport expiry. A private service is optional, and travellers should expect to pay both the official €20 fee and any separate service fee.
How can I avoid fake ETIAS websites?
Before ETIAS opens, no website can issue ETIAS, full stop. Be cautious of sites using EU branding, flags, or “official” wording, or asking for payment or passport details now. The only official application route will be the EU site at travel-europe.europa.eu/etias.
How much will ETIAS cost?
The official ETIAS fee is expected to be €20. Travellers under 18 and over 70 are expected to be exempt from the fee, though they will still need an ETIAS. Private services may charge a separate, optional service fee for help with the application.
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Get ready for ETIAS before it becomes mandatory
ETIAS is not live yet. Check whether you’re likely to need it and get one email when applications open.