European Union - EEAS (European External Action Service)

Travel to the EU

Travelling in Europe is the European Union's official website for people travelling in the 27 countries of the European Union. Whether you are on holiday or business, you will find practical advice and helpful tips on a wealth of subjects, from what documents you need to getting healthcare and using your mobile phone.

There is so much for the traveller to discover and all this has been made much easier thanks to the European Union. You can move freely from country to country in Europe. Due to the Schengen Agreement, it is possible to cross many borders within the EU without being checked. What's more, the introduction of the Euro in 17 countries has eliminated the cost and inconvenience of having to exchange currencies.

There are 39 countries, including Canada, whose nationals do not need a visa to visit the EU for a period of up to three months.