Quick answer
ETIAS can be valid for up to three years
A granted ETIAS can support multiple eligible trips during its validity period. It does not reset or extend the 90/180-day short-stay limit.
Passport expiry can shorten ETIAS validity
ETIAS is tied to your travel document. If that document expires before the three-year maximum, the authorisation expires with it.
When can I renew ETIAS?
The EU says you will receive information about the upcoming expiry and can apply for a new ETIAS from 120 days before the current authorisation expires.
Turning 18 does not cancel an existing ETIAS
An ETIAS granted to a child remains valid until its normal expiry even if that person turns 18 during the validity period.
Frequently asked questions
Can I enter Europe multiple times with one ETIAS?
Yes, while the authorisation and linked travel document remain valid and you respect the applicable stay limits.
Does a three-year ETIAS allow me to stay for three years?
No. ETIAS validity and the permitted length of each short stay are different rules.
Will my ETIAS transfer to a renewed passport?
No. A new travel document requires a new ETIAS.
Official sources
We use official European Union ETIAS information as the primary source for factual requirements.