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New Travel Regulations for American Visitors to Europe

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As of September 15, 2026, EES is live and fully operational across Schengen, while ETIAS is scheduled for Q4 2026 with a €20 fee (exemptions for under‑18s and 70+). Validity: 3 years or until passport expiry. Use only the official ETIAS site/app once applications open.

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BORDER RULES

Americans May Be Able to Stay in France for 90 Extra Days Under a Little-Known Agreement

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For Americans planning a longer stay in Europe, France has an interesting exception to the standard Schengen 90-day rule. France and the United States have a bilateral visa-waiver agreement dating to 1949. French government guidance published in connection with Europe’s new border system has described the agreement as allowing U.S. citizens with ordinary passports to...