@EileenKCarpenter The application takes 10 minutes to complete online. It costs 7 euros. Typically approved in 96 hours. Valid for 3 years or until your passport expires. It's not a VISA. He's a liar. But we knew that already.
More here, https://www.afar.com/magazine/us-citizens-will-need-a-visa-to-travel-to-europe