ETIAS San Marino permit for U.S. citizens
From 2023, U.S. citizens will have to present an approved ETIAS visa before entering San Marino. ETIAS permit can be obtained online, by filling out the ETIAS application form online and receiving your permit via e-mail when the application is approved. The ETIAS permit will allow U.S. citizens to enter San Marino for tourism, transit, work, or for medical reasons, as long as the duration of the trip is under 90 days, and the visa will be valid for multiple trips made by air, sea, or land. Besides, people between 18 and 70 years of age will be able to apply for this visa free of charge.
What is ETIAS San Marino for Americans?
ETIAS permit will come into force in November 2023, as part of a European Commission program aimed at strengthening European borders and keeping a digital track on all people travelling to the European Schengen Area. Following some terrorist attacks that affected some European countries, this program was already approved in 2016. In the last years, the creation of the ETIAS visa system was possible thanks to the implementation and expansion of data sharing between EU countries, that allows to connect the ETIAS applications with already existing databases from European authorities.
How does ETIAS San Marino permit work for Americans
From November 2023 U.S. citizens must present an ETIAS visa before embarking on a trip to San Marino. But if the trip has other reasons than those provided for ETIAS, or it will be longer than 90 days, they will have to obtain a Schengen permit, at the embassy or consulate of San Marino, respecting the requirements and timing for the permit they are applying for. Once issued, ETIAS has a duration of 3 years, and can be used for multiple entries in San Marino and other Schengen Area countries, provided that each trip has a duration of less than 90 days. To make sure you get your approved ETIAS permit in time for your trip, it is recommended to apply for ETIAS at least 4 days before the departure. If ETIAS visa is denied, you can still apply for a Schengen visa at the embassy or consulate of San Marino or present an appeal to the country that denied ETIAS permit.
ETIAS destination countries for U.S. citizens
From 2023 ETIAS visa will come into force for U.S. citizens to travel to the following countries:
- Andorra
- Austria
- Belgium
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Monaco
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- San Marino
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
At the moment, American citizens are not required to obtain ETIAS permit to enter Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Ireland, and Romania, since these countries are currently not Schengen Area members. However, this may change in the future, so please keep updated with the permit requirements.
ETIAS San Marino requirements for Americans and how to apply
In order to apply for the ETIAS visa, you will need to be a U.S. citizen and hold a valid electronic passport issued by the United States of America. If you do not have an U.S. passport, you will have to apply for a full visitor Schengen permit. ETIAS permit application can be completed online, entering all necessary information by following the required steps, and making sure all the data is entered correctly. Once the application is completed, all citizens aged between 18 and 70 years will also have to pay a fee of 7 euros, using a credit or debit card. Generally, most ETIAS visas are issued within few minutes, or at most in a few hours, and you will receive the approved ETIAS via e-mail as a PDF file. In addition, it will not be necessary to print the visa, because your data will already be in the possession of the European Schengen authorities, and this information will be linked to the passport data provided during the application. However, in order to avoid delays, it is recommended to apply for the ETIAS visa at least 4 days prior to the departure, to make sure that the permit is approved and to have the time to provide any additional documents should they be required. In the instance where an ETIAS visa is denied, you can apply for a Schengen permit at the embassy or consulate of San Marino. It is highly recommended to carefully read and check all the requirements for the ETIAS visa before applying, to avoid any mistakes in the application that could lead to delays in the visa approval.
How much does ETIAS cost for Americans
The ETIAS application for American citizens has a cost of 7 euros for all citizens with an age between 18 and 70 years, which has to be paid after completing the application form using a credit or debit card. U.S. citizens under 18 and over 70 years of age are entitled to apply for ETIAS free of charge.
About San Marino
San Marino, officially the Republic of San Marino, also known as the Most Serene Republic of San Marino, is a landlocked, enclaved microstate.
Entirely surrounded by Italy, it’s area id just over 61sq. km with a population of 33, 562. The capital city is the City of San Marino. The official language is Italian, and the official currency is the euro. The major religion is Christianity. Citizens of San Marino are called Sammarinese.
There are no airports in San Marino, travelers who arrive by air generally land at Federico Fellini International Airport, close to the Italian city of Rimini, and then make the final part of their journey by bus. Rimini is only 10 kilometers from San Marino.
The City of San Marino has lots for the tourist to see and do; there are also some picturesque villages that are worth visiting.
- Valdragone – with a church and convent and old battlements
- Serravalle – visit the wonderful Malatesta Castle
- Borgo Maggiore – home to a stamp and coin museum
- Pennarossa – home to a picturesque fort.
Located high on a mountaintop, the capital city is sheltered by a wall and three towers overlooking the rest of the country. Part of the UNESCO World Heritage list, San Marino, historic center and Mount Titano, is popular with tourists as the views from here are far-reaching.
San Marino at a glance
Capital: San Marino
Timezone: UTC/GMT +1 hour
Languages: Italian
Area: 61 KM2
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Population: 31,477
Calling Code: +378
Travel in San Marino
One of the most important dates on San Marino’s calendar is for the 24 Ore di San Marino, the country’s large and popular sailing regatta.
The Gran Premio Formula 300 is an important fixture in a popular calendar of motor racing events.
For other sporting activities such as hiking, fishing, and horse riding, visit the waterways, forests and wide open fields. The steep slopes surrounding the capital city are home to some exhilarating mountain bike trails.
The most popular sports in San Marino are football, basketball, and volleyball.
San Marino is home to many churches, perhaps the most important is the Basilica di San Marino. Built on the site of an older, medieval church, this church was built in the 19th century in a neoclassical style. Impressive with Corinthian columns, the church holds relics of Saint Marino himself, the founder of San Marino in the 4th century.
The Museum of Emigration is a surprisingly informative look through the history of emigration. The museum is located in the Santa Chiara Monastery, which is also worth visiting.
The capital city is best enjoyed on foot. The streets are narrow and winding, and it can be difficult to find somewhere to park.
San Marino is the only country with more vehicles than people.
The US and San Marino
The United States and San Marino enjoy friendly relations and are on excellent terms.
The two countries work together in areas of international trade and in the promotion of democracy and human rights. San Marino consistently supports U.S. foreign policy positions. It also supports candidates to international organizations.
The U.S. and San Marino both belong to the following organizations:
- The United Nations
- Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe
- International Monetary Fund
- World Bank
There are no direct flights to San Marino from the United States. Travelers generally fly into Rimini and continue the journey via regular bus service.
A knowledge of Italian is useful in San Marino. For business meetings suits are generally expected, and pre-arranged appointments are considered the norm.
Tourism provides much of the republic’s income, accounting for almost half of the GDP. The government is trying to diversify the economy away from tourism, and as a result, light industries have expanded rapidly in recent years.
San Marino is among the wealthiest countries in the world in terms of GDP per capita. It has a highly stable economy, no national debt, and a budget surplus. San Marino enjoys the lowest unemployment rate in Europe.
FAQ about ETIAS San Marino visa
List of US diplomatic offices in San Marino
The Embassy of USA in Rome, Italy
Address: c/o U.S. Embassy Rome via Vittorio Veneto 121 00187 Roma Italy
Email: SanMarinoWeb@state.gov
The nearest U.S. Embassy is located at Rome, Italy.
The Embassy of San Marino in Washington, USA
Address: 1711 N Street NW, 2 nd floor, DC 20036 Washington United States
Phone: +1-202-2232418
Fax: +1-202-2232748
Email: smrassistant@gmail.com
Consulate of San Marino in New York, USA
Address: 186, Lehrer Avenue Elmont 11003 New York United States
Phone: +1-516-4374699
Fax: +1-516-7755897
Consulate of San Marino in Hawaii, USA
Address: 4615 kahala Avenue 96816 Honolulu Hawaii United States
Phone: +1-808-9232468
Fax: +1-808-9265678
Consulate of San Marino in Detroit, USA
Address: 1685 Big-Beaver Road 48083 Michigan Detroit United States
Phone: +1-248-528-1190
Fax: +1-248-528-0357
Email: ConsolatoRSMDtw1@aol.com