Learn about extending the French Day Tripper Scheme in Bailiwick until 2025 and the upcoming transition to an Electronic Travel Authorisation system.
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What is the French Day Tripper Scheme in the Bailiwick?
The French Day Tripper Scheme allows French visitors to enter the Bailiwick using only their identity cards rather than needing a passport.
This scheme was initially introduced to boost local tourism and has been popular among day-trippers from France.
How long has the scheme been extended?
The scheme has been extended until the end of the 2025 summer season.
This extension follows joint discussions between the States and the UK government, recognizing the positive impact the scheme has had on local businesses and tourism.
What will happen after September 2025?
It is unlikely that the French Day Tripper Scheme will continue after September 2025.
The Bailiwick plans to transition to an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system by late 2024.
This new system will require non-visa nationals traveling to the Common Travel Area to provide passport details, significantly enhancing travel security.
Why is the scheme being replaced?
The shift towards the ETA system is part of a broader initiative to strengthen the security of the Common Travel Area.
While the current identity card scheme has benefited local businesses, the new ETA system will ensure tighter control and monitoring of international travelers.
How will this impact local businesses and tourists?
The scheme extension provides temporary continuity for local businesses that have benefited from French day-trippers.
However, introducing the ETA system will require businesses and travelers to adapt to new travel regulations, which could change tourism dynamics in Bailiwick.
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