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Do Tongans need ETIAS?

Yes

Yes. Tongan citizens are visa-exempt for short stays, so once ETIAS launches Tongans will need an ETIAS authorisation to enter the Schengen area.

Needs ETIAS?
Yes
Cost
€20
Validity
3 yrs
From
Q4 2026

Tonga's citizens travel visa-free to the Schengen area for short stays, and that status brings them within ETIAS. ETIAS is a quick online authorisation rather than a visa.

The 90/180 rule still governs how long Tongans may stay; ETIAS is the authorisation arranged online before departure.

Passport requirements

Your Tongan passport must be valid for at least three months past your planned departure from Europe and issued within the previous 10 years. Because ETIAS is linked to one passport, renewing your document means applying for a new authorisation.

How Tongans will apply

When ETIAS launches, Tongans will apply online on the official EU portal, pay €20 (free under 18 or over 70), and receive an authorisation linked to their passport for up to 3 years. It is not a visa - see what ETIAS is and how it differs from a visa.

ETIAS gets Tongans to the border; it does not extend the stay. Check how many days are left with the free 90/180 calculator.

Frequently asked questions

Do Tongans need ETIAS?

Yes. Tongan citizens are visa-exempt for short stays, so once ETIAS launches Tongans will need an ETIAS authorisation to enter the Schengen area.

How much will ETIAS cost Tongans?

€20 per application, free for travellers under 18 or over 70. One authorisation lasts up to 3 years. See ETIAS cost.

When will Tongans need ETIAS from?

From the launch of ETIAS, expected in the last quarter of 2026. No exact date is set yet - track it on the ETIAS start date page.

Does ETIAS change the 90-day limit for Tongans?

No. ETIAS lets you travel, but the 90/180-day rule still caps short stays at 90 days in any 180. Plan it with the 90/180 calculator.

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