Compliance Guide
European Accessibility Act (EAA)
The EAA is an EU directive requiring digital products and services to be accessible. It references EN 301 549, which incorporates WCAG 2.1 Level AA.
Key Deadline: June 28, 2025
The EAA becomes enforceable for most products and services. Prepare now.
June 28, 2025
EAA becomes enforceable for most products and services
June 28, 2027
Grace period ends for existing service contracts
June 28, 2030
Self-service terminals must comply
Covered Services
E-commerce websites and apps
Banking and financial services
Telecommunications services
Transport services (air, bus, rail)
E-books and e-readers
Streaming services
Electronic communications
Emergency services (112)
EN 301 549 Requirements
Based on WCAG 2.1 Level AA with additional requirements for software and hardware.
Perceivable
Information must be presented in ways users can perceive
Operable
Interface must be navigable and usable
Understandable
Content and operation must be clear
Robust
Content must work with assistive technologies