I was just checking online to see if there were any updates on the ETIAS, and was scrolling through the facts page when I happened to see this:
When applying using this official ETIAS website, you will be charged a fee of EUR 20. Applicants who are under 18 or over 70 years of age are exempt from this payment. You are also exempt if you are a family member of an EU national and you fulfil the conditions to qualify for family member status.
And yes, I know it's not yet in effect and is scheduled to take effect in the last quarter of 2026 (I'll believe that when I see it) but it is nice to know that I won't have to pay for it. 😊