UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)

Your complete guide to understanding and applying for the UK ETA system

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What is the UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)?

The UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is a mandatory digital travel permission for visa-exempt foreign nationals to travel to the United Kingdom. It provides:

  • • Authorization for stays up to six months
  • • Permission for tourism, business, short-term study, or visiting family and friends
  • • Multiple entry access during its validity period
  • • Digital linking to your passport
  • • Simple online application process

Note: While the ETA grants authorization to travel to the UK, it does not guarantee entry. Border officials retain the right to deny entry if travelers don’t meet immigration requirements upon arrival.

BENEFITS IF YOU CHOOSE OUR SERVICES

Complimentary Addition UK Travel Guide

Upon purchasing our ETA processing service, you automatically receive our detailed UK Travel Guide at no additional cost.

 

This comprehensive guide covers the United Kingdom’s most significant tourist destinations and landmarks, serving as an essential resource for your travel planning.

 

The guide provides information about: The most visited attractions in the UK Historical landmarks and their significance Cultural destinations Essential travel information.

 

This comprehensive guide comes at no extra charge with your ETA processing service.

Other benefits included:

  • Approval by e-mail
  • 24/7 customer support
  • Recommendations to tourists
  • ETA Processing Starts Immediately Upon Submitting The Form

Current ETA Requirements (As of June, 2025)

The following nationals must obtain a UK ETA before traveling:

Andorra
Antigua and Barbuda
Argentina
Australia
Austria
The Bahamas
Bahrain
Barbados
Belgium
Belize
Botswana
Brazil
Brunei
Bulgaria
Canada
Chile
Costa Rica
Croatia
Cyprus
Czechia
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Grenada
Guatemala
Guyana
Hong Kong SAR
Hungary
Iceland
Israel
Italy
Japan
Kiribati
Kuwait
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macao SAR
Malaysia
Maldives
Malta
Marshall Islands
Mauritius
Mexico
Micronesia
Monaco
Nauru
Netherlands
New Zealand
Nicaragua
Norway
Oman
Palau
Panama
Papua New Guinea
Paraguay
Peru
Poland
Portugal
Qatar
Romania
San Marino
Samoa
Saudi Arabia
Seychelles
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
Solomon Islands
South Korea
Spain
St Kitts and Nevis
St Lucia
St Vincent and the Grenadines
Sweden
Switzerland
Taiwan*
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Tuvalu
United Arab Emirates
United States
Uruguay
Vatican City

* For passport holders with an identification card number

How to Apply for a UK ETA

Application Platforms

  • Apply fast & securely through etaukpermit.com website
  • Apply through the official UK government website
  • Use the 'UK ETA' mobile application (available on both App Store and Google Play)

Required Documents and Information

Valid passport

Email address

Digital photo of your face

Personal information for security questions

Payment method for the service fee using any of the following payment methods:

Processing and Validity Information

  • • Standard processing time: Up to 3 working days
  • • Expedite processing time: Up to 1 working days*
  • • Validity period: 2 years or until passport expiration (whichever comes first)
  • • Entry type: Multiple entries allowed during validity period
  • • Recommended application time: At least 3-4 weeks before planned travel

* Service may incur additional costs. These charges are applied to cover enhanced features such as expedited delivery.

ETA Exemptions

The following groups do not need to apply for a UK ETA:

  • • British citizens
  • • Irish citizens
  • • Those holding a valid UK visa
  • • Individuals with permission to live, work or study in the UK

Travel Restrictions

The UK ETA does NOT permit:

  • • Paid work for UK companies
  • • Unpaid work for UK companies
  • • Self-employed work activities
  • • Access to public funds
  • • Living in the UK through frequent or successive visits
  • • Marriage or civil partnership registration

Required Documents for Travel

Essential Documents

Valid passport linked to your ETA

ETA approval confirmation (received via e-mail)

Return or onward travel tickets

Proof of accommodation

Evidence of sufficient funds

Details of your stay purpose

Supporting Documents (May Be Required)

Hotel reservations or accommodation details

Travel itinerary

Business meeting details (for business visitors)

Letter of invitation (if visiting family/friends)

Course enrollment details (for short-term study)

Tips for Successful Travel

Before Applying

  • Check passport validity
  • Verify your nationality's ETA requirement
  • Ensure travel dates fall within permitted stay period
  • Prepare all required documents
  • Have payment method ready

During Application

  • Enter information exactly as it appears in passport
  • Double-check all entries before submission
  • Keep application reference number
  • Save confirmation email
  • Ensure photo meets requirements

After Approval

  • Keep approval notification accessible during travel
  • Check validity dates
  • Plan travel within approved dates
  • Be prepared to show supporting documents at border
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