Are you planning a trip in 2025?
Here are 5 major changes coming to travel in 2025, that you should know.
These big travel changes in 2025 may impact your travel plans, do not get caught unaware!
1. All carriers will begin using the new standardization regulations for carry-on luggage in 2025. Maximum measurements for carry-on luggage size limits will be 22 X 14 X 9 inches and weigh 15 to 22 pounds. All air carriers will begin using these same standards in 2025. No more guessing if your luggage meets requirements. You can also expect airlines to check weight and sizes to boost baggage handling revenue.
2. ETIAS – stands for Europe Travel Information and Authorization Systems- Basically, it is a VISA waiver program in which you pay a small fee of $7 and fill out some forms. Sounds easy! right? Processing could take up to 30 days so plan accordingly. ETIAS requires your name, date of birth, contact information, education, and travel details. Travelers will also be required to have valid travel documents such as a passport. It cannot expire in less than 3 months of travel and must not be older than 10 years. Once approved the ETIAS is valid for 3 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. It will permit stays for up to 90 days within 180 days, within participating European countries.
3. EES – stands for European Exit/Entry System, requiring electronic fingerprinting and pictures, when checking in and out of Europe. This means fewer stamps on your passport pages.
4. ETAs - Effective 1/8/2025, the United Kingdom will begin to require ETAs for non-European visitors. Citizens of countries like the US, who previously needed nothing but a valid passport and a return ticket will now be required to complete this additional step before entering the UK. It is a digital prescreening measure to ensure that those who enter the country are assessed before they get there. The assessment process is fully online, making it pretty straightforward compared to t
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