Countries that do not require a visa for travel to Europe

List of countries that do not require a visa to travel to Europe

The following is the list of countries that do not require a visa to travel to Europe. However, as of November 2023, citizens of these countries will be required to obtain a visa to travel to Europe. the ETIAS processA prior and compulsory authorization to enter Europe.

List of countries that do not require a visa to travel to Europe (Schengen Zone)

Albania
Andorra
Antigua and Barbuda
Argentina
Australia
Bahamas
Barbados
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Brazil
Brunei
Canada
Chile
Colombia
South Korea
Costa Rica
Dominica
El Salvador
United Arab Emirates
United States
Georgia
Grenada
Guatemala
Honduras
Hong Kong
Marshall Islands
Solomon Islands
Israel
Japan
Kiribati
Macao
North Macedonia
Malaysia
Mauricio
Mexico
Micronesia
Moldova
Montenegro
New Zealand
Nicaragua
Palau
Panama
Paraguay
Peru
United Kingdom
St. Kitts and Nevis
St. Lucia
St. Vincent
Samoa
Serbia
Seychelles
Singapore
Taiwan
Timor Leste
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Tuvalu
Ukraine
Uruguay
Vanuatu
Venezuela

How to apply for ETIAS?

The ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorisation System) can be applied for online and in most cases, registration and authorization takes no more than 10 minutes. To learn more about the process, documents, recommendations and frequently asked questions click here. here.

Once I have the ETIAS, am I guaranteed entry into Europe?

The ETIAS is a mandatory requirement to travel to Europe, however it does not guarantee that immigration officials will require additional documents and information about your travel intentions.

Make sure you travel with all the required documentation to avoid setbacks or even being denied entry to Europe. Read our article on requirements, documents and recommendations for immigration in Europe.

What is the recommended country to enter Europe and migrate to?

Our recommendation is that you arrive through Spain, mainly because of the ease of communication with the authorities and because according to the experiences of our students they are more receptive than other countries such as Germany and Holland.

List of documents you may be asked for at immigration in Europe

  1. Valid passport in good condition.
  2. ETIAS(Only for those traveling after November 2023).
  3. Entry and exit tickets to and from the European Union (Schengen Zone).
  4. Financial resources to cover all your expenses.
  5. Proof of what you are going to do during your visit to Europe (Letter of acceptance from the school where you are going to study and receipt of payment).
  6. Lodging reservation.
  7. Travel insurance.

    If you want to know specifications and recommendations for each of these documents you can read our article on travel requirements to Europe.

My country is not on this list, how can I apply for a visa?

The visa process will depend on the country you are traveling to and the intentions of your visit. If you want to know more about study options in Europe, check our catalog of destinations and programs. here.

How can I receive advice on planning my studies in Europe?

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