United Kingdom•EuropeElectronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)
At a Glance
Processing Time
Varies
Application Fee
16 GBP
Stay Duration
Up to 6 months
Renewable
No
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Digital travel authorisation for visa-free nationals visiting the UK for tourism or short stays of up to 6 months. Required for citizens of 85+ eligible countries.
The Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is a digital authorisation that allows citizens of 85+ countries to travel to the UK for tourism, visiting family, and certain other short-term purposes without a traditional visa. Most applicants receive automatic decisions within minutes.
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Requirements
Eligible Nationalities
This visa is available to citizens of: QA, SA, AE, OM, KW, BH, US, CA, AU, NZ, JP, KR, SG, EU
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Must use same passport when travelling
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Advantages
- Very affordable (£16)
- Fast automatic processing
- Valid for 2 years
- Simple online application
Considerations
- No work permitted
- Limited to 6-month stays
- Must use same passport
Application Process
Apply online
Submit ETA application through UK ETA app or website
Provide passport details
Enter your passport information
Pay the fee
Pay £16 for the ETA
Receive decision
Get automatic approval in most cases
Application Forms
Online ETA application
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