ETIAS Update: When and How to Renew Your Authorization
In the vast majority of cases, an ETIAS authorization remains valid for 3 years without the need for any updates. However, certain changes in the holder’s personal circumstances may make an update mandatory or recommended—such as a change of address, a new passport, or a change in security status. This page explains when an update is required and how to proceed.
When is an ETIAS update required?
| Change | Action Required | Urgency |
|---|---|---|
| Passport Renewal or Replacement | A new ETIAS application is required with the new passport | Required before any trip |
| Loss or Theft of a Passport | New ETIAS application with the new passport | Required before any trip |
| Criminal conviction occurring after obtaining an ETIAS | Legal obligation to report — ETIAS may be revoked | Legal obligation |
| Change of Address or Contact Information | Recommended to update via the official portal — does not prevent travel | Recommended |
| Change of Nationality | Check whether the new nationality remains eligible for ETIAS—submit a new application if necessary | To be verified |
| Name Change (Marriage, Divorce) | If the passport is updated with the new name: a new ETIAS application is required | Required if you have a new passport |
| No changes — ETIAS is still valid | No action required — ETIAS remains valid until it expires | No action required |
Passport-related update: the most common
The most common reason for updating an ETIAS is passport renewal. The ETIAS is electronically linked to the passport number used during the application. As soon as that passport is replaced, the authorization becomes invalid for the new document—even if its expiration date has not yet been reached.
In this case, the update involves submitting a new, complete ETIAS application using your new passport. There is no transfer or partial update procedure. The cost is the same as for an initial application: €20. For full details on this process, visit our page on renewing your ETIAS. Also, be sure to check that your new passport meets the requirements—see our page on passports for travel to Europe.
Updating Personal Contact Information
If your mailing address, phone number, or email address changes after you obtain your ETIAS, you can and should update this information. The ETIAS authorities use this contact information to reach you if necessary—particularly if additional verification is required during a future trip.
This update does not affect the validity of the existing authorization—it is purely administrative. It is carried out through the official portal travel-europe.europa.eu ↗ by logging in with the credentials used for the initial application.
Update Following a Change in the Security Situation
The ETIAS Regulation requires you to report any significant changes in your circumstances after you have obtained authorization. In particular, if you are convicted of a criminal offense or subject to a deportation order after obtaining your ETIAS, the authorities may revoke your authorization.
In the event of a revocation, you will receive a notification stating the reasons and the available remedies. A new application may be submitted once the situation has been resolved. To understand the reasons for revocation and the available remedies, please visit our page onETIAS refusals.
Update vs. Modification vs. Renewal: The Differences
| Action | When | Cost | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Update | Change of address, phone number, or email address | Free | The existing ETIAS is being updated—its validity remains unchanged |
| Modification | Correction of an error in the submitted information | Varies depending on the type of correction | Data correction — see our page on updating your ETIAS |
| Renewal | Expiration of ETIAS or passport | €20 | New authorization valid for 3 years |
Frequently Asked Questions About the ETIAS Update
My ETIAS is valid—do I need to update it regularly?
No. If your passport is still valid, your personal circumstances have not changed, and your ETIAS is still within its 3-year validity period, no action is required. The authorization remains valid without the need for periodic renewal. Simply check the expiration date before each trip using our ETIAS status check page.
I moved to another country—do I need to update my ETIAS?
Yes, we recommend updating your residential address. This is purely an administrative step and does not affect your authorization. It ensures that ETIAS authorities can contact you at your current address if necessary. You can update your address on the official portal using your application credentials.
Could the list of countries eligible for ETIAS change—will my authorization remain valid?
The list of nationalities eligible for ETIAS is subject to change. If your nationality were to be removed from the list of visa-exempt countries (and thus from the ETIAS list), your existing authorization would be revoked. Conversely, if your country is granted a new visa exemption while your ETIAS is still valid, your ETIAS will remain valid until it expires. Check the official ETIAS website regularly for updates to the list of countries.
