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Start your journey to the United Kingdom with the best guide for your UK ETA application.

What is an ETA - Electronic Travel Authorisation?

An Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) is a digital entry permit required for travelers from certain countries before they visit a specific destination. It is linked electronically to the traveler’s passport and grants permission to enter the country for a short-term stay, usually for tourism, business, or transit purposes.

Unlike a traditional visa, an ETA is typically easier and faster to obtain, as the application process is done online, requiring only basic personal and travel information. Approval is usually granted within minutes or hours, depending on the country's regulations.

Who we are and what services we offer

We are a travel agency specializing in assisting travelers with their ETA applications. Our goal is to simplify the process by providing guidance, support, and ensuring all necessary information is correctly submitted.

Please note that we are not an official government entity. The final decision on your ETA application rests with the relevant authorities. However, our expertise helps to reduce errors and improve your chances of a smooth application process.

What you can do with an ETA

Whether you need to apply for an ETA depends on why you’re travelling to the UK.

  • Travel to the UK for up to 6 months
  • Travel for tourism, visiting family and friends, a business trip, or short-term study
  • Transit through a UK airport when you need to pass through border control (check with your airline)
  • Multiple entries during the ETA validity period
  • Digital authorisation linked to your passport
  • Simple, fully online application

Important: An ETA does not guarantee entry to the UK. Border officials may refuse entry if you don’t meet immigration requirements upon arrival.

Illustration showing how the UK ETA works

Who needs a UK ETA

The UK ETA is gradually being introduced, allowing travelers from specific countries to apply in stages. The program has expanded, and currently, citizens from the countries listed below are eligible (As of April 2, 2025).

  • Andorra flagAndorra
  • Antigua and Barbuda flagAntigua and Barbuda
  • Argentina flagArgentina
  • Australia flagAustralia
  • Austria flagAustria
  • Bahamas flagBahamas
  • Bahrain flagBahrain
  • Barbados flagBarbados
  • Belgium flagBelgium
  • Belize flagBelize
  • Brazil flagBrazil
  • Brunei flagBrunei
  • Bulgaria flagBulgaria
  • Canada flagCanada
  • Chile flagChile
  • Costa Rica flagCosta Rica
  • Croatia flagCroatia
  • Cyprus flagCyprus
  • Czechia flagCzechia
  • Denmark flagDenmark
  • Estonia flagEstonia
  • Finland flagFinland
  • France flagFrance
  • Germany flagGermany
  • Greece flagGreece
  • Grenada flagGrenada
  • Guatemala flagGuatemala
  • Guyana flagGuyana
  • Hong Kong flagHong Kong
  • Hungary flagHungary
  • Iceland flagIceland
  • Israel flagIsrael
  • Italy flagItaly
  • Japan flagJapan
  • Kiribati flagKiribati
  • Kuwait flagKuwait
  • Latvia flagLatvia
  • Liechtenstein flagLiechtenstein
  • Lithuania flagLithuania
  • Luxembourg flagLuxembourg
  • Macao flagMacao
  • Malaysia flagMalaysia
  • Maldives flagMaldives
  • Malta flagMalta
  • Marshall Islands flagMarshall Islands
  • Mauritius flagMauritius
  • Mexico flagMexico
  • Micronesia flagMicronesia
  • Monaco flagMonaco
  • Nauru flagNauru
  • Netherlands flagNetherlands
  • New Zealand flagNew Zealand
  • Nicaragua flagNicaragua
  • Norway flagNorway
  • Oman flagOman
  • Palau flagPalau
  • Panama flagPanama
  • Papua New Guinea flagPapua New Guinea
  • Paraguay flagParaguay
  • Peru flagPeru
  • Poland flagPoland
  • Portugal flagPortugal
  • Qatar flagQatar
  • Romania flagRomania
  • Samoa flagSamoa
  • San Marino flagSan Marino
  • Saudi Arabia flagSaudi Arabia
  • Seychelles flagSeychelles
  • Singapore flagSingapore
  • Slovakia flagSlovakia
  • Slovenia flagSlovenia
  • Solomon Islands flagSolomon Islands
  • South Korea flagSouth Korea
  • Spain flagSpain
  • St. Kitts and Nevis flagSt. Kitts and Nevis
  • St. Lucia flagSt. Lucia
  • St. Vincent and the Grenadines flagSt. Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Sweden flagSweden
  • Switzerland flagSwitzerland
  • Taiwan flagTaiwan
  • The United States flagThe United States
  • Tonga flagTonga
  • Tuvalu flagTuvalu
  • UAE flagUAE
  • Uruguay flagUruguay
  • Vatican City flagVatican City

ETA Validity and Duration of Stay

Validity

2 years

The ETA allows multiple entries and is valid for two years from issuance. If your passport expires earlier, the ETA becomes invalid. You must enter the UK before the ETA expires.

Duration of Stay

6 months

With an ETA, eligible travelers may stay in the UK for up to 6 months for tourism, visits, business, or short-term study. Under the Creative Worker concession: up to 3 months. Under Permitted Paid Engagement: up to 1 month.

Renewal

Extensions

The UK ETA cannot be renewed or extended. It’s tied to the passport used in the original application. If your passport expires or you get a new one, you must apply for a new ETA.

What you’ll need

Have your passport, payment method and email ready. Enter your details exactly as they appear on your passport.

  • Eligible Passport

    Your passport must be valid and from an eligible country. To benefit from the ETA’s two-year validity, it's best to have at least two years remaining.

  • Recent Photo

    Provide a recent, portrait-style photo of your upper body on a plain background, following standard photo guidelines (good lighting, no filters).

  • Payment Method

    Pay the ETA fee online with a debit/credit card or Apple Pay/Google Pay. Ensure your method is enabled for international transactions.

  • Email Address

    Use an active email to receive ETA updates and the decision. Double-check the spelling and monitor your spam or junk folder.

Passport

How to Apply

Applying for the UK ETA is simple and fully online. Eligible travelers can complete the process in minutes. Follow the steps below to submit your application:

  1. Check Eligibility

    Confirm your nationality is eligible and that your passport will remain valid for your entire trip.

  2. Fill Out the Application Form

    Enter your personal and travel details exactly as shown on your passport. Upload a recent photo if requested.

  3. Pay for Your Application

    Pay the government fee online with a debit or credit card. You will receive a confirmation by email.

  4. Receive Your ETA

    Most decisions arrive quickly by email. Your ETA is stored electronically—travel with the same passport used to apply.

Who Doesn’t Need the UK ETA

British or Irish Passport Holders

Individuals holding a British or Irish passport are not required to obtain the ETA.

Visa Holders and UK Residents

Those who possess a valid visa or have permission to live, work, or study in the UK do not need the ETA.

Other Nationalities

Currently, nationals from countries that are visa-exempt, other than those eligible for the ETA, do not require this authorization.

Illustration showing how the UK ETA works

Processing Time

Most applicants receive an ETA decision within three working days of submitting their application. Some cases are decided sooner, but timelines can vary.

Processing may take longer if additional verification or security checks are required. These extra steps are routine and depend on the specifics of each application.

Delays can also occur during peak travel periods or due to operational backlogs when application volumes are high.

Errors or missing information commonly extend processing. Double-check that all details match your passport and that required documents are complete before submitting.

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