The EU rules UK holidaymakers need to meet for new Europe travel pass

From next year Brits will need a travel pass to enter Spain, Greece and other EU countries - but they could be rejected due to strict EU rules. Holidaymakers planning on entering Europe will need ETIAS authorisation, which will come into effect sometime during 2024.

But travel plans could be cancelled if the application for the ETIAS - which stands for European Travel Information and Authorisation System - is rejected. The ETIAS is expected to come into force before next summer’s holiday season.

It will cost 7 euros (£6) to apply. However, there are several reasons why your application could be refused, BirminghamLive reports.

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UK nationals will be required to have a valid ETIAS travel authorisation if they travel to any of the European countries requiring the pass for a short-term stay, which is defined as 90 days in any 180-day period, according to the European Union. Those who wish to stay longer must have a visa or residence permit.

Officials say you must be in possession of a valid ETIAS travel authorisation during your entire stay. You can leave and come back at any time, as long as you respect the 90-day time limit.

But the EU cautioned: "Having a valid ETIAS travel authorisation does not automatically grant you the right to enter the territory of the European countries requiring ETIAS. All travellers arriving at the border are still subject to border checks and border guards will refuse entry to those who do not meet the entry conditions. Those travellers who do not meet the entry conditions will be refused entry."

EU officials have advised that the eight main reasons an ETIAS may be rejected are as follows:

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