British travellers warned of fake ETIAS visa‑waiver websites
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Scam sites offering the EU’s upcoming ETIAS travel authorisation have appeared, with around 150 such sites listed before the programme launches, which has been delayed and has no confirmed start date.
Fake websites circulating
Fake websites offering an ETIAS visa waiver are already online, with about 150 sites advertising the service before the launch.
ETIAS not yet operational
The European Union’s ETIAS system is not in operation and no applications for travel authorisations are being collected at this time.
The EU will announce the specific start date several months before the programme begins.
Travel advice
Luke Petherbridge, director of public affairs at travel association ABTA, warned British travellers not to apply for an ETIAS visa waiver now.