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Traveller categories in public ETIAS documentation

ETIAS publications may describe categories of travellers in a general way, often by reference to travel document type and existing EU border rules.

Typical category language

  • References to travel documents and document-issuing authorities.
  • References to visa-related concepts without providing personalised determinations.
  • References to exemptions and special statuses defined by law.

This site does not identify which category applies to any person. It is a glossary and reference surface only.

Last updated: 2026-01-17