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New Entry Requirements Travelers to Europe This Year Need to Know

Planning Europe in 2026? Read this before you book.

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2 New Entry Requirements Travelers to Europe Need to Know

Planning a trip to Europe in 2026? Two new entry requirements could affect how smoothly you get through the border. After years of delays, the European Union is finally rolling out new systems for foreign travelers, including Americans, and one of the steps must be completed before your trip even begins.

Here’s what you need to know before you go.

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