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In Europe's Schengen area , your passport must be valid for at least six months at the time of your entry. At present, the Schengen area includes most European Union (EU) countries, except for Cyprus and Ireland.

If you are transiting through Canada or the United Kingdom (UK) enroute to the Schengen area : your passport must be valid for at least six months, even though Canada and the UK do not themselves have the six-month rule. If your passport will expire within six months, airlines may not let you board your onward flight to Europe.

Traveling in Europe

If you plan to travel in Europe, you need to know about the Schengen Borders Agreement, which allows you to move freely within a number of countries without border checks. Tourists, exchange students, and people visiting for business from certain countries, like the United States, can travel in the Schengen area for up to 90 days. The Schengen area includes most EU countries, except for Cyprus and Ireland. It also includes four non-EU countries: Iceland, Norway, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein.

Before you travel to the Schengen area, we recommend you do the following:

• Check the expiration date on your passport book carefully before traveling to Europe. Ensure your passport book is valid for at least six months when you enter the Schengen area. This is especially important for minors under age 16 as their passports are only valid for five years. In contrast, U.S. citizen adults aged 16 and older receive passports that are valid for 10 years.
• Always carry your passport book with you when traveling to another country in the Schengen area. Even if there is no border check at that time, officials may reinstate border controls without notice.
• Be prepared to explain your purpose of travel.
• Be prepared to provide proof of sufficient financial resources for the visit.
• Comply with other entry requirements for each country you will visit or transit.

On our Country Information pages , you can find passport validity requirements and other important information for your destination country. If your passport does not meet the Schengen requirements, you may be:

• Refused boarding by the airline at your point of origin or while transferring planes.
• Denied entry when you arrive in the Schengen area, regardless of how long you will stay.

An immigration official will determine if you qualify for visa-free entry to the Schengen area when you first cross any external Schengen border. You will have to present your passport at that time. The officer may deny your entry if you do not qualify.

You should also check passport validity requirements if traveling onward from the Schengen area to a country outside the Schengen area. You can find this information in our Country Information pages.

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• With a valid U.S. passport book, you can stay up to 90 days in the Schengen area for tourism or business during any 180-day period. You must wait an additional 90 days before applying to re-enter the Schengen area.
• If you plan to stay in the Schengen area longer than three months, contact the embassy of the country where you plan to spend the majority of your time and apply for a visa.

Countries in the Schengen area may reinstate temporary internal or external border control without notice. U.S. citizens should carry their U.S. passport book at all times when entering or leaving the Schengen area. They should also bring it when traveling between Schengen countries.

How can the U.S. government help me if border officials do not let me enter?

• We can give you the contact information of foreign embassies of the countries you wish to visit.
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• Note: We cannot influence a foreign government’s decision about allowing you to enter. We cannot intervene in another country’s criminal or administrative procedures.

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Entry requirements

This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of the current rules for the most common types of travel. 

The authorities in the US set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the US Embassy or a consulate in the UK .

COVID-19 rules

There are no COVID-19 testing or vaccination requirements for travellers entering the US.

Passport validity requirements

To enter the US, your passport must be valid for the length of your planned stay.

If you’re travelling through another country on your way to or from the US, check the entry requirements for that country. Many countries will only allow entry if you have at least 6 months validity remaining on your passport. 

Dual nationals  

US law requires US citizens to enter and exit the US using a US passport. Contact the US Embassy or a consulate in the UK for more information.

Visa requirements

To enter or transit through the US, you must have either an  Electronic System for Travel Authorisation ( ESTA ) visa waiver  or a visa .

The US State Department has more information on visas .

Applying for an ESTA visa waiver 

Apply for an ESTA visa waiver through US Customs and Border Protection. You can also apply using the ESTA Mobile app on android or on iOS .

You cannot apply for an ESTA visa waiver if you have:

• been arrested (even if the arrest did not result in a criminal conviction)
• a criminal record
• been refused admission into, or have been deported from the US
• previously overstayed under an ESTA visa waiver

You cannot normally apply for an ESTA visa waiver if you were in the following countries on or after March 2011: 

• North Korea

You cannot apply for an ESTA visa waiver if you travelled to or were in Cuba on or after 12 January 2021. 

If you are not eligible for an ESTA , you must instead apply for a US visa.

Applying for a visa

The US Embassy in London has information on how to apply for a visa .

US visa appointments

Visa appointments at the US Embassy in London are limited. Plan your application as far ahead as possible before travel. If you need to travel urgently, you can request an expedited interview through the US Embassy’s appointment service provider.

The US Embassy has more information on visa appointments .

Children and young people

Anyone aged 17 and under must:

• have a valid visa or ESTA visa waiver on arrival
• be able to provide evidence about the purpose, location and length of their visit if asked by immigration officials
• have written consent from one or both parents if travelling alone, with only one parent, or with someone who is not a parent or legal guardian

The US authorities can stop you entering the country if they have safeguarding concerns about a child. If this happens, the US authorities will take the child into their care, and their return from the US could take months. The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) cannot speed up the return of British nationals aged 17 and under from the US.

The US government has information about children travelling to the US . If you have questions, contact the US Embassy in the UK .

Vaccine requirements

For details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s US guide .

Customs rules 

There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of the US . You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.

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The US Customs and Border Protection programme Global Entry allows pre-approved travellers through border control faster at some US airports. If you’re a British citizen, you can  register to get a UK background check . If you pass the background checks, you’ll be invited to apply for Global Entry.

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Which EU countries are open to US tourists? A breakdown of EU travel restrictions by country

Editor's note: An updated version of this story is available here .

Travel to Europe just got a lot more complicated, especially for the unvaccinated. 

European Union member states have been tightening requirements for entry after the EU removed the U.S. from its safe travel list on Aug. 30 , pointing to rising COVID-19 cases. Since then, new travel restrictions  have been popping up across the continent, from quarantine and testing requirements to outright travel bans.

"The changing rules, requirements and regulations have absolutely made travelers confused," said Beth Marino, chief experience officer of travel management company Fox World Travel. "It's not just that they're changing so frequently. Often times the new rule takes place the next day or within 48 hours."

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Marino expects to see European travel rules and regulations continue to evolve over the next couple of weeks. 

"The single most important thing right now is to be flexible, to go with the flow. Plans will change, rules and requirements will change," she said. "As long as they're willing to roll with it they can still experience a wonderful trip."

Here are the latest restrictions for U.S. travelers across EU member states.

Are U.S. tourists allowed? Yes. 

Is there a vaccination requirement?  Travelers aged 12 and older will need to show one of three documents to enter the country: a negative molecular coronavirus test, proof of vaccination or proof of recovery.  Once inside the country, activities for travelers entering with a negative coronavirus test will be limited   since  proof of vaccination or recovery is required at a variety of venues, including hotels, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, cinemas, theatres, ski lifts and events with more than 25 people.  

What sort of testing is required? Austria accepts molecular-biological (PCR and NAAT) tests no older than 72 hours.  

Do I need to quarantine? U.S. travelers who have not been vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19 within the last 180 days will need to self-isolate 10 days. The quarantine period can be cut short after five days with a negative PCR test. People traveling to Austria for specific purposes such as business travel do not need to quarantine, regardless of vaccination status.   Children under 18 are exempt from the quarantine requirement if they are traveling with fully vaccinated or recovered adults. 

What else should I know? FFP2 face masks are required on public transport, in cable cars and inside retail businesses and museums. Travelers must also submit a pre-travel registration form  no more than 3 days before arrival. 

Last updated: Nov. 17

► Can Americans visit Europe?: It's complicated. What travelers need to know.

Are U.S. tourists allowed? U.S. citizens can enter if they can show proof of vaccination.  

Is there a vaccination requirement? Yes.  

What sort of testing is required?  Vaccinated  U.S. travelers will need to get tested on the first or second day after arrival and again on day seven.

Do I need to quarantine? Yes. Vaccinated travelers will need to stay in quarantine until they receive a negative result from their day one or day two test. 

What else should I know? Travelers will also need to complete a passenger locator form within the 48 hours before arriving in Belgium, regardless of vaccination status.

Last updated: Sept. 10

Are U.S. tourists allowed? No. Bulgaria has placed the U.S. in its "red zone,"  prohibiting entry from the country as it faces its fourth surge of COVID-19. All people from the U.S., regardless of vaccination status, cannot enter Bulgaria unless they meet an exemption , such as having Bulgarian or EU citizenship. 

► Mixed reactions to EU safe travel list: Bulgaria prohibits travel, Portugal plans to remain open

Are U.S. tourists allowed? Yes. According to the U.S. Embassy website , travelers can enter Croatia with a negative coronavirus test result, proof of recovery or a certificate of vaccination.

Is there a vaccination requirement? No, but if a traveler chooses to enter with proof of vaccination, the vaccination certificate must be no older than  270 days . 

What sort of testing is required? If entering with a negative coronavirus test, travelers must show a negative PCR test no older than 72 hours or an approved rapid antigen test no older than 48 hours . 

Do I need to quarantine? Travelers who do not enter with a negative coronavirus test, vaccination certificate or proof of recovery must self-isolate 10 days  or until they receive a negative test result.

What else should I know? Masks are required in closed spaces and in open spaces where people cannot maintain about 5 feet of physical distance.

Travelers can speed up the entry process by uploading information to the Enter Croatia web form prior to arrival. 

Are U.S. tourists allowed? Yes, U.S. travelers are allowed regardless of vaccination status. 

Is there a vaccination requirement? No. 

What sort of testing is required? Since the U.S. is categorized as a "red" country, unvaccinated travelers must get a PCR test at a certified lab 72 hours before departing for Cyprus. Another PCR test is required upon arrival. Children under 12 are exempt from testing requirements.

Do I need to quarantine? No. 

What else should I know? Travelers must fill out Cyprus Flight Pass forms within the 48 hours before departure. 

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Czech Republic

Are U.S. tourists allowed?   Yes.

Is there a vaccination requirement? Vaccinated travelers can forgo testing and self-isolation requirements, but a vaccine is not required to enter. Unvaccinated travelers can enter only for "essential reasons." 

What sort of testing is required? Unvaccinated U.S. travelers who have not recovered from COVID-19 must submit a negative PCR test before arrival and have another test on the fifth day there.

Do I need to quarantine? Travelers who are not fully vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19 must self-isolate before they receive their negative coronavirus test. 

What else should I know? U.S. travelers 6 and older are required to fill out a passenger locator form to enter the country. 

Are U.S. tourists allowed? Yes.

Is there a vaccination requirement? Tourists must be fully vaccinated . Some unvaccinated people from the U.S. can still enter Denmark with proof of a negative coronavirus test but will need to have "a worthy purpose" such as work, school or legal matters.

What sort of testing is required? Fully vaccinated U.S. travelers are exempt from testing and quarantine requirements. If an unvaccinated traveler has not been infected by the virus and recovered, they will need to take a coronavirus test both before and after entering the country

Do I need to quarantine? Fully vaccinated U.S. travelers are exempt from testing and quarantine requirements. Unvaccinated travelers must self-isolate up to 10 days after arrival, with the ability to end isolation on the fourth day with a negative coronavirus test. U.S. travelers attending a business meeting and children under 18 are exempt.

► Travel to Denmark: EU member state bans unvaccinated US tourists following latest EU guidance

Are U.S. tourists allowed?  Yes, if vaccinated . 

Is there a vaccination requirement?  Vaccinated travelers may enter for tourism purposes . Unvaccinated travelers can only enter for work, study, family reasons or with a special permit.

What sort of testing is required? Vaccinated and fully recovered travelers do not have to show a negative coronavirus test to enter. Unvaccinated travelers must take an RT-PCR test 72 hours before entering or a rapid antigen test 48 hours before entry. Children up 12 are exempt from testing mandates. 

Do I need to quarantine? Unvaccinated travelers must isolate for 10 days, but the period can be cut short with a negative test taken after six days. Children up to the age of 12 do not need to self-isolate

What else should I know? Travelers must complete a declaration of health before entering the country. The form can be completed online up to 72 hours before entry. Failing to fill out the result can result in fines.   

Are U.S. tourists allowed? Yes, so long as they are fully vaccinated . 

Is there a vaccination requirement? Yes. Unvaccinated U.S. travelers can only enter for essential reasons , not including tourism purposes. 

What sort of testing is required? Vaccinated travelers do not have testing requirements.  

Do I need to quarantine?  The Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare warns that travelers can be placed in isolation or quarantine if it is deemed necessary to prevent the spread of the virus.  

Are U.S. tourists allowed? Yes, if they are vaccinated . 

Is there a vaccination requirement?  Beginning Sunday, Sept. 12, only vaccinated visitors will be allowed to visit for vacation. Unvaccinated travelers can only visit for essential reasons.

What sort of testing is required? Unvaccinated travelers will need to show a negative test before entering: either a PCR test taken less than 72 hours before arrival or an antigen test taken within 48 hours. 

Do I need to quarantine? Unvaccinated travelers must isolate seven days upon arrival.

► Travel to France: New travel restriction bans unvaccinated US tourists

Are U.S. tourists allowed?  Yes.  

Is there a vaccination requirement? Travelers who have recently spent time in the U.S. will need to be fully vaccinated or demonstrate an “ important reason ” for entering Germany.

What sort of testing is required? If unvaccinated, travelers older than 12 years will need to show an approved negative test result or proof of recovery.

Do I need to quarantine? Those who are unvaccinated or unable to show proof of recovery will need to self-isolate for 10 days upon arrival. The quarantine period can end on the fifth day with proof of a negative coronavirus test. 

What else should I know? Travelers will need to fill out a digital registration and keep the information on hand while entering. 

Are U.S. tourists allowed? Permanent U.S. citizens may travel to Greece for tourism.

Is there a vaccination requirement?  No, but fully vaccinated travelers can forgo testing requirements.  

What sort of testing is required?   Unvaccinated U.S. travelers older than 12 must show a negative PCR test from a lab taken within 72 hours upon arrival or a negative antigen test taken no more than 48 hours upon arrival. Travelers who can prove they have recovered from COVID-19 do not have to show a negative PCR test to enter.  

What else should I know? Tourists must fill a passenger locator form . 

Are U.S. tourists allowed? No, non-Hungarian travelers can only enter “in exceptional cases” such as health care, school or a family wedding. Those who do enter may be subject to a medical examination and must quarantine.

Are U.S. tourists allowed? Yes, as long as they can show proof of vaccination or recovery or a negative coronavirus test. 

Is there a vaccination requirement? If entering with proof of vaccination , travelers can show a written or electronic COVID-19 certificate in English or Irish or an official translation into one of the two languages.  

What sort of testing is required? If showing a negative test to entry, Ireland will accept RT-PCR tests taken within 72 hours of arrival. Children under 12 are exempt. 

Do I need to quarantine? Unvaccinated travelers who have not recovered from COVID-19 will need to self-quarantine 14 days upon arrival. The isolation period can be cut short starting on day five with a negative coronavirus test. Children traveling with vaccinated or recovered adults do not need to self-quarantine. 

What else should I know? Travelers must fill out a passenger locator form before departure. 

Is there a vaccination requirement? Vaccinations are not required.

What sort of testing is required? All travelers, regardless of vaccination status , must take a molecular or antigenic swab coronavirus test and get a negative result within 72 hours before arrival. Children under 6 are exempt. 

Do I need to quarantine? Unvaccinated people who cannot show proof of recovery must self-isolate for five days and get tested again after that period.  

What else should I know? All travelers must fill out a digital passenger locator form, which aids contact tracing efforts if a traveler is exposed to COVID-19 during a trip. 

► Italy tightens entry requirements on US: Adds self-isolation mandate for the unvaccinated

Are U.S. tourists allowed? Yes, if fully vaccinated. 

Is there a vaccination requirement? Fully vaccinated U.S. citizens are allowed to enter for travel with a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention vaccine card. Unvaccinated travelers will need an “essential” reason to enter Latvia.  

What sort of testing is required? Unvaccinated travelers will need to show a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours before arrival and take a second test within 24 hours of arrival.

Do I need to quarantine? Unvaccinated travelers will need to self-isolate 10 days.

What else should I know? Travelers must submit an electronic form no more than 48 hours before entering.  

Is there a vaccination requirement?  Unvaccinated tourists who have not fully recovered from COVID-19 face additional testing requirements and quarantine. 

What sort of testing is required?  Unless fully vaccinated or recovered from COVID-19, travelers 16 and older must take a PCR or antigen test prior to arrival. 

Do I need to quarantine? A 10-day self-isolation period is mandatory for those not fully vaccinated or recovered. The period can be cut short on the seventh day with a negative test. 

What else should I know? Travelers must complete a pre-arrival questionnaire no earlier than 48 hours before the start of the trip. 

Last updated: Nov. 19

Are U.S. tourists allowed? Yes, with one of the following:

• A vaccination certificate
• Proof of recovery
• A negative coronavirus test

What sort of testing is required? Travelers 12 and older  who are not vaccinated or recovered must present either a negative nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT) test taken less than 72 hours before departure or a negative rapid antigen test taken by a medical laboratory less than 48 hours before departure.

Is there a vaccination requirement? U.S. travelers may enter Malta with a valid vaccination certificate, such as a CDC vaccination card . The vaccination requirement does not apply to those under 12. 

What sort of testing is required? Unvaccinated travelers 5 and older will need to take an RT-PCR test no more than 72 hours before arrival. Rapid antigen tests are not accepted. 

Do I need to quarantine? Unvaccinated travelers 12 and older must quarantine at least 14 days. 

What else should I know? All travelers must complete a digital passenger locator form , which can be accessed at https://app.euplf.eu .

Netherlands

Is there a vaccination requirement? Yes, unvaccinated U.S. tourists are prohibited.

What sort of testing is required? Travelers 12 and older must show a negative coronavirus test to enter. 

Do I need to quarantine? Vaccinated travelers from the United States, the United Kingdom and other "very high-risk areas" no longer have to self-quarantine upon arrival .

Last updated: Sept. 15

Is there a vaccination requirement? Fully vaccinated visitors can forgo a quarantine period. 

What sort of testing is required? There are no testing requirements.  

Do I need to quarantine? Travelers 12 and older who are not fully vaccinated and have not recovered from the virus are subject to a 10-day quarantine upon entry, according to the Polish National Tourist Office. The isolation period can be cut short on the eighth day with a negative test result.   

What else should I know? All travelers must fill out an electronic passenger locator form before entering. A paper form is also available. 

Are U.S. tourists allowed? Yes, but all travelers 12 and older must submit either an EU digital vaccination certificate or a negative coronavirus test to enter. 

Is there a vaccination requirement? No.

What sort of testing is required? The country accepts NAAT tests , such as an RT-PCR test, performed within the 72 hours of boarding or rapid antigen tests performed within 48 hours of boarding.

Do I need to quarantine? No.

What else should I know? The country plans to remain open to U.S. tourists, according to a press release from Visit Portugal , the country's tourism authority.

► Mixed reactions to EU safe travel list: Portugal plans to remain open

Is there a vaccination requirement? U.S. travelers who are vaccinated or have proof of recovery will be able to forgo the quarantine requirement . 

What sort of testing is required?   None.

Do I need to quarantine? Unvaccinated travelers from the U.S. must self-quarantine 14 days, even if they offer proof of a negative test result. The isolation period can be reduced to 10 days with a negative coronavirus test. Kids under 6 are exempt from the quarantine period, and children six to 16 can be exempt with a PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before entry.  

Are U.S. tourists allowed? Vaccinated U.S. tourists are allowed to enter.

Is there a vaccination requirement? Yes. Vaccinated travelers are included in Slovakia’s list of people who may enter Slovakia.

What sort of testing is required? No. 

Do I need to quarantine? Unvaccinated  travelers must quarantine 14 days. The isolation period can end on the fifth day with a negative RT-PCR test.  

What else should I know? All travelers who arrive by airplane must submit a public health passenger locator form.  

Are U.S. tourists allowed? Yes. Travelers may enter with either proof of vaccination or recovery or a negative coronavirus test. 

What sort of testing is required? Travelers entering with a negative test can submit a  negative PCR test no older than 72 hours or a negative rapid antigen test no older than 48 hours that was performed in select countries , including the U.S. 

Do I need to quarantine? If travelers cannot provide proof of vaccination, proof of recovery or a negative coronavirus test, they must quarantine 10 days. The isolation period can end early with a negative PCR test performed no sooner than the fifth day. Travelers cannot quarantine in tourist accommodations.

Is there a vaccination requirement? Yes, U.S. travelers must be vaccinated and provide their official CDC vaccination card to enter. Unvaccinated children under 12 are exempt.

What sort of testing is required? There are no testing requirements. 

What else should I know? Travelers must fill out an online health control questionnaire before entering.

► Travel to Spain: European Union countries tightening COVID-19 restrictions for US tourists

Are U.S. tourists allowed? No. As of Sept. 6, travelers from the U.S. are barred from entering the country, regardless of vaccination status. 

Follow USA TODAY reporter Bailey Schulz on Twitter: @bailey_schulz . 

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What do Americans need to enter Europe?

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The landscape of travel changed forever when COVID-19 entered the scene. Now, years later, we’re still dealing with the ongoing effects of the pandemic. Along with travel restrictions and ever-evolving entry requirements, travelers have to plan for plenty of unexpected changes.

So, can Americans travel to Europe? Happily, yes, as all of Europe's countries have reopened to tourism.

U.S. citizens can generally enter most European countries for business or tourism without a visa. If traveling within the Schengen zone, which comprises 29 countries, Americans can stay for up to 90 days within any 180 day period.

For countries outside the Schengen zone , you’ll need to verify the individual entry requirements and apply for a visa, if needed.

The European Travel Information and Authorisation System, or ETIAS , which will pre-screen travelers entering the EU, is not yet operational. When it is, travelers will need to complete a form and pay a fee prior to entry.

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Countries within Europe have completely dropped COVID entry requirements. Countries without any restrictions include but aren't limited to:

Liechtenstein.

Luxembourg.

Switzerland.

Americans can also travel without COVID restrictions to the United Kingdom.

No. At the time of this writing, all European countries require no form of vaccination or COVID testing to gain entry.

Instead, these countries have reverted to pre-COVID entry measures, which primarily include having a valid passport with room for stamps.

» Learn more: Where can U.S. citizens travel right now?

Most countries within Europe will currently allow unvaccinated travelers to enter, though it’s always a good idea to keep your eye on entry requirements as they can change on a dime.

Depending on where you’re going, you may need to provide a negative COVID test or proof of recovery in order to enter the country. What the proof looks like can vary, so you’ll need to consult the country’s requirements to ensure you meet the regulations.

If you need to show proof of a negative COVID test, there are two different kinds that are commonly accepted for travel into the EU. You’ll want to check the individual requirements of the country to see which you can use:

A valid negative molecular test . These types of tests are generally either called a PCR or NAAT test. They often take a few days for results to arrive because they’re processed in a laboratory.

A valid negative rapid test . Accepted by fewer countries — or accepted within a tighter window than a molecular test — these antigen or TRAg rapid tests can provide results within minutes.

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Since June 12, 2022, those traveling by air no longer need to provide a negative COVID test in order to enter the United States.

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St. Mark's basilica in Venice is one place U.S. passport holders may not be able to get to without approval under the new ETIAS requirements Andrea Pattaro/AFP via Getty Images hide caption

St. Mark's basilica in Venice is one place U.S. passport holders may not be able to get to without approval under the new ETIAS requirements

Already thinking about next summer's vacation plans? If Europe is on your short list, there could be one extra step to take before boarding that plane.

Starting in 2024, American passport holders traveling to 30 European countries will need authorization via the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS).

Though it may sound complicated, the ETIAS and the reasoning behind it are quite similar to existing travel requirements and reflect increasing fear of terrorism in the U.S., Europe and around the world.

Here's what you need to know.

What is ETIAS? Is it a visa?

While some media outlets are taking a cue from the European Union's travel site and calling this a visa, in truth, ETIAS is more like a travel authorization form.

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"It's definitely not a visa," said Dan Hamilton, a senior non-resident fellow for foreign policy at the Brookings Institution. "It's an electronic entry-point, an authorization for countries that are currently visa-free."

Even the European Commission has said as much (and in bold letters) , writing this is "not a visa" but rather an "automated IT system" in a press release on the discussions around it back in 2018.

Whatever you want to call it, the ETIAS form is not what you'd seek if you're trying to work or live in Europe, but rather what you'll need for short-term trips — up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

Why is it being implemented?

These new requirements have been years in the making, stemming back to a rise in terrorism fears following 9/11. It's very similar to the Electronic System for Travel Authorization — or ESTA — program that the U.S. implemented in 2008 .

At the heart of ETIAS is an electronic database system to better track who's coming and going. According to the EU's latest report on terrorism data , EU law enforcement authorities arrested about 388 suspects for terror-related offenses in 2021, more than half of whom were accused of being associated with Jihadist groups based abroad.

The European Commission says ETIAS may have the added impact of cutting down on "irregular migration" (i.e. illegal immigration), but one thing the form is definitely not aimed to do is deter tourism in general.

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Crowded cities, inflated airfare and extreme heat disasters may all be making headlines this summer, but many of these European countries are still depending on tourism revenue to help them bounce back from pandemic slumps, Hamilton said.

And the pandemic is another one of the many reasons this new requirement has been delayed by decades — there was no need for ETIAS when countries closed their borders to all travel amid fears of spreading COVID-19.

"Another part of it is simply the pace of the way this parliament and European commission works," Hamilton explained in an interview with NPR. "They're ending their term and pushing through a lot of these directives because parliamentary elections happen next June."

"And getting 30 countries to agree on anything takes a long time," he added.

When does it take effect?

The European Union's website says the new authorization will start in 2024 but hasn't clarified a specific date. A press spokesperson for the union's travel arm did not respond to NPR's request for information.

And, similarly, a spokesperson for the State Department told NPR that the U.S. government website for international travel (travel.state.gov) would be updated "once the regulation goes into effect," but didn't specify when that would be.

"Frankly, I'd be surprised if this starts on time," Hamilton said. The rollout of ETIAS has already been delayed at least once.

But it couldn't hurt to plan ahead for any 2024 travel just to be safe.

Who needs to apply for ETIAS approval?

Basically, all passport holders from 60 countries who can currently travel to most European destinations without a visa — and that includes American passport holders — will now need to get ETIAS authorization for the same trip. That's about 1.4 billion people, by the European Union's estimation.

There are 30 European countries in total on the impacted destination list , including those in the "Schengen Area" — 27 European countries, many that are part of the European Union, that agreed to ease border restrictions to facilitate the movement of people within Europe.

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Those Schengen countries include top vacation spots like France, Italy and Spain.

The other three countries on the list are Romania, Bulgaria and Cyprus, which are all trying to become a part of the Schengen Area soon.

You can check the full list of both impacted passport holders and affected European destinations here.

How can you apply for ETIAS approval (and does it cost money)?

The application isn't open yet, but the European Union says that when it is, all necessary forms can be filled out via a web portal or mobile phone application.

You'll be asked to share personal information such as your date of birth, parents' names and details about your current occupation and previous criminal convictions. You'll also need to share a passport that is not set to expire in less than three months.

Oh, and you'll have to pay a fee of 7 euros (about $8).

When is the right time to apply?

If you want to play it safe, apply well in advance of your trip — no later than a month out.

ETIAS says most applications "are processed within minutes" and decisions are delivered within four days. But that wait could take up to 14 days if you are requested to supply additional information and up to 30 days if you're invited to interview.

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Those denied an application can appeal, but that process could be even lengthier.

The European Union says ETIAS approval will stay valid for three years or until the passport you used in your application expires.

Naturally, you'll also need to follow the ETIAS rules to stay in good standing.

Those with ETIAS approval can stay in the European countries on the list for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. So you can leave and come back, but you can't stay in the confines of the countries on the list for 91 days or more non-stop.

What happens if I don't apply for this and try to travel to Europe?

Your ETIAS approval will be linked to your passport. So without it, airport security (or cruise, bus or train line staff) won't let you board.

In other words, you can kiss that dream vacation goodbye.

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Ireland offers the chance to explore vast, rolling hills and experience famous landmarks like the Cliffs of Moher. You can kiss the Blarney Stone or take a tour of the original Guinness brewery. See medieval castles and cathedrals or even unusual museums tracing the history of crime and punishment. Ireland offers a wealth of things to do and provides thriving nightlife as well as family-friendly events.

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Iceland is defined by dramatic rock formations, volcanoes, geysers, and other geological features and by its eco-friendly way of life. Its capital city is run entirely on geothermal power. You can see stunning natural vistas with serene blue mountain lakes and heavily forested mountain valleys. You can tour ice caves and visit museums rich with Norse culture. Take a walk back to the ancient days of Europe.

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A vacation in Greece lets you see the place where the famed mythology of Zeus and Heracles was born. You can visit ancient sites like the Parthenon, cities like Athens that combine ultramodern urbanism with millennia-old culture, and see medieval sites of stunning architecture. Visit museums and walk through traditional marketplaces, where you can try everything olive. Enjoy delicious food and wine, and soak up the culture.

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Amsterdam is renowned for being a party town. Aside from its famous red-light district and vibrant nightclubs, however, the city offers an array of things to see and do, many of which are family friendly. It's filled with art and culture museums, outdoor adventures, open-air theaters, and quirky shops selling handmade toys and games. Whether you're an adult or a kid, there's a party in Amsterdam for you.

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For many travelers, the perfect Europe vacation package revolves around sun, sea and sand. Get your fill on Spain ’s most famous beaches, from San Sebastian and the Costa del Sol on the mainland to the warm-year-round Canary Islands . In Greece , hop through some of its 6,000 islands such as Santorini and Mykonos or sail to dreamy hideaways like Karpathos . With 300 days of sunshine annually and around 125 miles of coastline, it’s no surprise that the Algarve in Portugal is among Europe’s top beach resort areas. Meanwhile the Italian island of Sardinia , famous for its iridescent waters and fine white sand, regularly tops polls of the world’s best beaches.

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Packed with culture and major attractions, Paris is always a good idea! Climb the Eiffel Tower , stare at the Mona Lisa in the Louvre and wander the streets of charming Montmartre . In Rome , you’ll come face to face with history at almost every turn. Check out the Colosseum and Trevi Fountain before exploring Italy ’s other wonders like the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Grand Canal of Venice . In Athens , walk around the ruins of the Acropolis and in London , see Big Ben and Buckingham Palace . The mysteries of Stonehenge are a day trip away. How about a Europe vacation package to Barcelona ? Here, be wowed by the architecture of Sagrada Familia and dance the flamenco. Olé!

Outdoor Adventures

What if mountains, fjordlands or forests are your idea of heaven? When it comes to nature, Iceland dazzles with its electric blue ice caps, black-sand beaches and vast lava fields. Take a dip in the Blue Lagoon and tick a must-do off the list. If skiing is your thing, head for the Swiss Alps to shred under the shadow of the mighty Matterhorn . In the Scottish Highlands , hike the rugged Isle of Skye and keep an eye out for the Loch Ness Monster (Nessie) at Loch Ness lake. Scandinavia is a dream for outdoor enthusiasts. Sail through the fjords of Norway , chase the northern lights in Finland and hike through lush forests around Stockholm , Sweden . Be sure to add some activities or experiences to your Europe vacation package for the ultimate adventure.

Vacations for Foodies

It’s time to eat your way through Europe! In Brussels , Belgium , chow down on moules-frites (mussels and French fries), Belgium chocolate and waffles and then wash it all down with a beer. Bring your appetite to the birthplace of pizza, Naples . Order a slice from a hole-in-the-wall restaurant to find out why it’s considered the world’s best. While you’ll no doubt think of wine when it comes to Bordeaux , this French culinary haven is also renowned for its oysters, foie gras and canelé pastries. Tapas, paella and churros dipped in chocolate are on the menu in Madrid , while Portugal’s capital Lisbon serves up delicacies from pastéis de Belém (custard tarts) to grilled sardines.

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If you’re looking for cheap vacation packages in Europe , Budapest won’t break the budget. The Hungarian capital’s exceptional beauty and famous landmarks (like Buda Castle ) have earned it the nickname of the “Paris of the East.” In Slovenia , pristine nature full of mountains, rivers and caves await along with castles and museums. Want to do the Mediterranean on the cheap in Malta ? There are gorgeous beaches, charming villages and medieval fortified cities to explore. Sicily also serves up a stellar lineup of sights for less, from the Valley of the Temples in the Province of Agrigento to the volcanic Aeolian Islands .

Luxury Locations

With destinations like the  Amalfi Coast to tempt you, a European vacation package is your opportunity to splurge. This stretch of Italian coastline is home to Mediterranean superstars like the cliffside village of Positano and Capri , where you’ll find the magical Blue Grotto . If the French Riviera is calling your name, say bonjour to the “billionaires’ playground” of Monaco . Hit the famous Monte Carlo Casino and maybe even cruise around on a luxury yacht. Glamorous Nice , Cannes and Saint-Tropez are just over the border in France . Ibiza is one of Spain’s most famous luxury destinations. Its crystal-clear waters, white sands and epic nightlife have long attracted celebrities and party-loving travelers.

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The rules of travel to Europe have changed. Starting in the first half of 2025, some 1.4 billion people from over 60 visa-exempt countries are required to have a travel authorisation to enter most European countries.

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New requirements for Americans traveling to Europe postponed until 2025

Visitors who now travel visa-free will need to get approval prior to departure.

Americans eyed upcoming travel to European destinations slightly differently due to news of a requirement that was set to start in 2024 for U.S. passport holders. But now, EU officials have postponed the European Travel Information and Authorisation System ( ETIAS ) launch until spring of 2025.

SchengenVisaInfo.com, a website dedicated to the world's largest visa-free zone where 27 European countries abolished their internal borders known as the Schengen Area, first reported that an EU official confirmed ETIAS won't go live until May 2025, "due to continued delays with the introduction of the related Entry-Exit System (EES), which needs to be operational before ETIAS can be implemented."

An official for the European Union did not immediately respond to ABC News' request for comment.

What to know about ETIAS for US travelers

If you previously traveled to Europe without a visa, you will now need to apply for authorization through the ETIAS , before visiting.

Today, American travelers have visa-free access to 184 global destinations, according to the Henley Passport Index . And while the U.S. passport is currently ranked eighth-most powerful passport to own, that could be set to shift when the European Union adds its new documentation requirements for U.S. visitors.

The application form, which will be available on the official ETIAS website as well as a mobile application, has a fee of 7 euros or $7.79 U.S. dollars. All communication is done by email.

Once you are approved for travel, the authorization entitles visitors to stay in European countries that require ETIAS for up to 90 days within any 180-day period and travelers must be in possession of a valid ETIAS during their entire stay.

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According to ETIAS, most applications should be processed within minutes, but in case an application takes longer, decisions will be sent within four days or up to 14 days if the applicant is asked to provide additional documentation.

The European Union encourages travelers to apply for an ETIAS authorization "well in advance of your planned journey."

Confirmation of application submission will be sent on email with a unique number that is needed for future reference.

Upon receiving ETIAS travel authorization, travelers are to ensure that their name, passport number and other information is correct because any mistake will prevent them from crossing the border.

If an application is refused, the email will include the reasons for the decision along with information about how to appeal.

ETIAS travel authorization is valid for three years, according to the EU, or until the travel document you used in your application expires, whichever comes first.

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The ETIAS authorization is linked to a person's travel document -- such as a U.S. passport -- and both documents will be needed to board a flight, bus or ship to enter any of the European countries that require ETIAS.

Similar to international border requirements with a passport, the ETIAS authorization doesn't guarantee automatic right of entry. "Border guards will verify that you meet the entry conditions" and anyone who does not meet the conditions "will be refused entry," according to the EU.

Click here to learn more about the process from the European Union.

An earlier version of this story was originally published on July 21, 2023.

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Why Can’t Europeans Travel to America?

The European Union has reopened to visitors from the United States, but the traffic has not been two-way. There are few clues as to when that will change.

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By Madeleine Ngo

In June, the European Union officially recommended its member countries reopen their borders to American tourists after more than a year of tight restrictions. The United Kingdom also placed the United States on an “amber” list, and on July 28, said fully vaccinated travelers from the U.S. would be allowed entry to England and Scotland without quarantining upon arrival starting Aug. 2.

But residents of Europe’s Schengen area — spanning 29 countries, city-states and micro-states — as well as those in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland are still barred from traveling to the United States , unless they are a U.S. citizen or they spend 14 days before arrival in a country that is not on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s prohibited list . Certain family members are also exempt.

The restrictions were first put in place in March 2020. Although President Donald J. Trump briefly ordered an end to the ban on European travelers during his last week in office, President Biden quickly rescinded the move.

Discussions about when to resume inbound travel have been opaque. In late June, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said it was too soon to say when the United States would lift travel curbs for European Union citizens.

“We are anxious to be able to restore travel as fully and as quickly as possible. We’re very much guided by the science, by our medical experts. That has to be the foundational principle on which we’re looking at this,” Mr. Blinken said at a news conference in Paris, adding that he “can’t put a date on it.”

Jen Psaki, the White House press secretary, said on July 26 that the United States was not yet ready to lift restrictions on international travel, citing concerns over the highly contagious Delta variant, which is now the dominant variant in the U.S.

“The more transmissible Delta variant is spreading both here and around the world,” she said in a White House press briefing, adding that the increase in case numbers appears “likely to continue in the weeks ahead.”

Here’s what we know about the United States’ border closures with European countries.

Who is in charge of the decision-making?

In June, the White House announced the creation of “working groups” with the European Union, the U.K., Canada and Mexico to reopen borders.

“While these groups have met a number of times, there are further discussions to be had before we can announce any next steps on travel reopening with any country,” Kevin Munoz, a White House spokesman, said in a statement. “We have made tremendous progress domestically in our vaccination efforts, as have many of these other countries, but we want to ensure that we move deliberately and are in a position to sustainably reopen international travel when it is safe to do so.”

During the first meeting of the E.U.-U.S. working group, which took place on June 18, officials said they would continue discussions about how to safely reopen travel between the two regions.

“Reciprocity is an important part of our approach to lifting restrictions on non-E.U. countries,” Adalbert Jahnz, a spokesman for the European Commission, said in a statement. He added that the E.U. has “received reassurances that this is a high priority issue for the U.S. administration.”

What are the criteria for reopening travel with Europe?

The Biden administration has repeatedly said that it would rely on the science to guide its decision to relax border restrictions. It has not announced specific benchmarks for reopening.

Even though reported coronavirus cases in the United States have dropped from record-high peaks in the winter, case numbers in July have been on the rise, with public health experts raising concerns about the spread of the Delta variant. The country is reporting an average of about 56,635 new cases a day, according to a New York Times database .

What is the state of the virus in Europe?

After a slow start, vaccination campaigns have started to pick up. The European Union, initially beset with disruptions in supplies of the AstraZeneca and Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccines, pivoted in April to rely heavily on the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine. Reported coronavirus cases also remain at low levels in many parts of Europe as more people get vaccinated, but the spread of variants has fueled some outbreaks.

The United Kingdom has seen a sharp rise in reported cases since dealing with an outbreak of the Delta variant, but most remaining restrictions , including those relating to social distancing and mask wearing, were lifted on July 19 .

Travel lobbying groups and airlines have urged the United States to reopen travel with Europe to bolster the economy. On July 7, a coalition of 24 trade organizations released a blueprint for reopening borders safely, calling for the United States to allow in fully vaccinated travelers from regions that have high vaccination rates and low levels of variants of concern.

“We know international travel can be restarted and particularly with countries that have similar vaccination rates to the U.S.,” Roger Dow, the chief executive of the U.S. Travel Association, said at a webinar on July 7. He specifically called for the United States to immediately reopen travel with the U.K., pointing out that the country has fully vaccinated about 51 percent of its population .

Some public health experts have also called for the reopening of international travel for vaccinated people.

Barry Bloom, a research professor and former dean of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, said that United States officials may be wary of the spread of more contagious variants, but that the presence of the Delta variant was already evident in the country.

“Keeping the Brits out is not going to change that fact,” Dr. Bloom said.

Which other countries are on the prohibited travelers list?

The C.D.C.’s list of countries from which travel is prohibited also includes China, Iran, Brazil, South Africa and India.

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Don't need the male flight attended lecturing. The whole plane on how to act when there was no problems.Other than that everything was great

My Flight was cancelled and there was no other options available for me to Travel on that date and my options for the next day was all connecting flights that would have me in the airports all day before reaching my destination

Other airlines were canceling flights but Delta got us home. Crew was friendly and professional. It would have been nice to have had a little more notice about the delays because we had already arrived at the airport when the first of several delays were communicated but I understand that storm forecasting isn’t simple and we were grateful that Delta didn’t just cancel the flight.

Not pleasant. We arrived several hours late and my friend and driver were waiting for me a long time at Tucson airport. At first we had to divert to phoenix due to shitty weather. Well, i guess I can’t fault anyone for that. But then when they refueled , they overfueled and we had to wait even longer for the plane to burn off excess fuel. So someone really screwed up there and should get fired. Human error is really inexcusable.

Left on time. Arrived on time. That’s all i ask.

Three adults, three children. They did not give us seats together. Two seats together, in row 23, one in 13, one in 14, one in 10, and one in 17. When we got on the plane, the crew tried to ask people to move but basically threw up their hands. One person moved so we had two pairs of seats together. The 1.5 year old sat on a parent's lap (despite having paid for his own seat).

Flight was changed from departing from Boston to departing from Detroit.

Flight was over 2 hours late which made us miss our connecting flight.

the fight attendants were great and i appreciated that they had season 1 of The Wire from HBO as a viewing option

The plane was old, first class was not up to other airlines. The seat controls were touchy, not always responding to touch. The center overhead compartment was small. The entertainment was not good, part of plane had it other part did not. The experience would make me think twice before picking Delta for future travel

Crew was good. Check-in and boarding was terrible. Family wasn’t seated together. Online check-in wasn’t available.

The flight was bumpy. No Breakfast or coffee was served, not even a bottle of water. The food was okay but odd. Rice with peas instead of couscous with some unknown green thing. United Airlines did not tell me that there was VERY LIMITED HANDICAP SERVICE IN NAPLES. De-plane via 20 aluminum steps. Taken to Van. You must walk into the terminal, find luggage, and then walk out to the rental car pickup spot that is 1 block from the terminal.

I flew basic economy, so it was what I expected. Crew was nice though, and flight was quick. Would recommend for flights under 6 hours, otherwise would upgrade to something with more leg room.

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We were traveling as a family of 5 and they refused to seat us together. There were entire rows open, and my 13 year old daughter had to sit alone. Ridiculous!

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Very poor the plane itself was really old, slight smell that couldn’t be named. I didn’t even get a boarding pass UNTIL AFTER clearing security! Even then, they said when I get to my connected flight I’ll get my 2nd boarding pass there! A bit ridiculous!

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I missed it , and waiting for next flight when writing.

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They delayed the flight multiple times, canceled, and then did not rebook or reserve hotel rooms

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A cattle car, but at least they didn't lose our luggage this time.

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Terrible, broken window and the blinded didn’t shut during the entire flight. Nobody could sleep

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They ran out of earphones so my 3rd daughter couldn’t use the on board entertainment the entire flight. They also ran out of food choices (chicken or cheese) by the time they got to the last few rows, so my oldest daughter, wasn’t given a choice. Luckily she isn’t a vegetarian because they only had chicken left.

They ran out of headphones so my 3rd daughter couldn’t use the onboard TV the entire flight. They also rain out of food, so my 1st daughter didn’t get to choose her entrees or snack (chicken or cheese) because by the time they got to the last row they only had chicken left. Luckily she is not a vegetarian.

Not being able to check my luggage ruined my flight experience with British Airways. I have to spend hundreds of dollars to get my luggage to me.

A pretty decent flight. Pretty cramped in economy, but not as bad as some.

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Top destinations to visit in Europe, ranked by affordability, beaches and weather

If you're inspired by all the people currently holidaying in Europe, you might have decided to plan your own trip.

But with 46 countries to visit, from old favourites like Spain and Italy to emerging destinations like Albania and Montenegro, choosing where to go can be hard.

Website Schengen Visa Info has created what it dubs its 'Europe Summer Tourism Index'.

It ranks countries based on conditions including beaches, popularity, weather, friendliness, food and cost to visit for a week.

Here's the top ten list of places to go they came up with.

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This small island nation near Sicily isn't on the Euro tourist trail as much as others, making it a great choice for somewhere a little different.

It came in at ten on the research.

One of the biggest emerging places to go in Europe is Albania.

From cities to countryside, it has everything- plus is more affordable than many other nations.

Read more about it here .

Croatia is increasingly popular for travellers, with historical cities of Split, and Dubrovnik among places worth visiting.

7. Montenegro

Montenegro is one of the most underrated nations in Europe, and it's also cheaper than many popular places.

The website reckons it costs $1212 to go for a week for accommodation and food and drink, making it the cheapest place in their top ten.

France is the world's most popular nation to visit, and it finished at number six in this particular survey.

5. Portugal

Portugal, with it's colourful cities made the top five places to visit in Europe, according to the research.

It was also one of the cheaper places to go, costing $1486 for a week, the survey found.

Turkyie might not be the initial choice for a Euro summer but it's increasingly popular and offers beaches, cities and history.

Greece, with its mainland and dozens of islands, landed at number three on the list.

Italy, which is on many people's must-go list, was narrowly pipped into second place.

The people behind the survey did score it top on food though, which is not a surprise.

Spain came in at number one.

It ranked highly on all aspects, with the average cost of a week's stay being $1756.