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Aruba
All visitors MUST complete an Electronic Form for entry into Aruba prior to arrival. Visitors will be charged a mandatory sustainability fee of $20 per person which will display when completing your entry form.
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Jamaica
Before arriving at Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, all visitors need to complete the digital C5 Immigration and Customs Form.
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Dominican Republic
Travelers to the DR are now required to fill out an entry form, which you can do as soon as your flights are booked. After submitting, you’ll be emailed an approved e-ticket in a day or two.
Europe
Although requirements vary by country, Europe is moving toward electronic verification for international travelers, with new digital documentation expected to roll out over the next two years.
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Schengen Area
Beginning in Q4 2026, guests from the U.S. will need an ETIAS authorization to travel freely between 30 countries (Spain, Italy, France, Germany, Portugal, etc.) for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
Europe’s Schengen Area
The travel information you’ll need to know before you go.
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Temporary Restrictions
Refer to this guide to see if there are any temporary restrictions in place for the country/countries on your itinerary.
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Entry and Exit FAQs
Beginning October 12, 2025, the EU will roll out a new biometric Entry/Exit System (EES) for non-EU visitors, replacing passport stamps with digital records using facial and fingerprint scans. Expect longer border processing times at first.
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ETIAS
Beginning in Q4 2026, travelers from visa-exempt countries, including the U.S., will need an ETIAS travel authorization to enter or transit through most Schengen Area countries for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
Non-Schengen Area Countries
Traveling outside of Europe’s Schengen nations? Read on for information about the entry and exit requirements you’ll need to follow.
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Ireland
Visit the U.S. Department of State’s website to view current policies. (Look for the section titled “Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements.”)
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The UK’s ETA
Effective January 8, 2025, U.S. travelers to the United Kingdom, regardless of age, need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) at a cost of £10 per person.
Entry requirements may be changed without notice. Additional restrictions may apply.
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