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UK ETA

UK ETA Details
Document
Validity
Maximum stay per entry
Multiple entries
Service fee
Government fee
UK ETA
Validity: 2 years after issued
Maximum stay per entry: 180 days
Multiple entries: Yes
Service fee: 31 USD
Government fee: 14 USD
Not sure if you are eligible? Find out in our eligibility checker

How to get UK ETA for United Kingdom

Complete online application

Prepare your passport and fill out our simple online application form in less than 5 minutes.

Receive your travel visa

You'll get the document on your email in a couple of days. No need to go anywhere!

Start your journey

Get ready to go! Print the document we send you and show it with your passport upon arrival.

Requirements for ETA Application

Applying for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is a simple process. You will only need:

  • Valid passport
  • Personal photograph
  • An email address to receive your UK ETA
  • A bank card to pay for the fees
If any of these items are missing, your application will be saved so you can complete it at a later stage.

Visagov has optimized the ETA application process for the UK, making it simpler and minimizing the risk of errors that could lead to rejection. Completing the application will take you no more than 5 minutes.

The UK ETA is managed entirely online and is linked to your passport. However, we recommend that you also take a physical copy with you for your trip.
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FAQ

Most foreign visitors to the United Kingdom must obtain authorization before entry. The only exceptions are British nationals, British citizens, British subjects, and Irish citizens.

Starting April 2, 2025, citizens of European countries will also need an ETA to enter the UK, with applications opening on March 5, 2025. Additionally, beginning January 8, 2025, travelers from Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Mexico, Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and certain other non-European countries that currently don’t require visas will need an ETA. They can start applying on November 27, 2024.

If you are from a country not eligible for an ETA, you will need to apply for a Visitor Visa, which allows multiple entries for stays of up to 6 months each.
To get your UK ETA you will need to submit the following documents:
  • Valid passport
  • Recent personal photograph
If you are able to apply for the UK ETA online, you will just need to follow these steps:
  • Fill out the application form. Provide all the information as it appears in your valid passport regarding personal details and your stay in the country.
  • Review that the application is complete with accurate information. If you are sure, proceed to make the payment.
  • You're done with the application! Just wait to receive the ETA directly in your email in a few days.
With this document you can stay in the UK for a maximum of 6 months per entry in a period of two years.

Check your eligibility

Do you need an UK ETA for United Kingdom?
Use our eligibility checker to find out if you match with the requirements.

ETA for UK: All the information you need

Most foreign visitors to the United Kingdom need to apply for authorization before entering the country. Citizens of certain countries can conveniently apply online for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA).

This document allows holders to stay in the UK for up to 6 months per visit over a 2-year period (or until their passport expires). It permits travel to the UK for tourism or transit purposes.

An approved ETA does not guarantee entry into the country. Entry may be denied by immigration officers if you have provided false information, omitted relevant details, or pose a potential threat. Always ensure that all information is accurate and complete before submitting your application.