UK ETA

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ETA

Multiple entries: Yes
Maximum stay per entry: 180 days
Validity: 2 years after issued
Service fee: 34 USD
Government fee: 22 USD

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Prepare your passport and fill in our simple online form in 5 minutes

Receive your ETA

We will send you your approved ETA within a few days, without you having to go anywhere!

Start your journey

On arrival, show your passport and your approved ETA

What is the ETA for the UK?

The ETA is an electronic travel authorization that grants foreign travelers entry into the UK. Citizens from countries like European Union member states or the United States have the advantage of being eligible for this document instead of needing the traditional visa.

With an ETA, you can stay a maximum of 180 days in the UK. It allows multiple entries for a period of 2 years, as long as each entry does not exceed 6 months.

What are the UK ETA requirements?

Valid passport
Recent picture
Email address to receive the approved document

How the ETA differs from regular visas

The ETA is not a visa: it is a travel authorization. It is a simple process that you can do 100% online, and it can save you a lot of time.

On the other hand, the process of getting a traditional visa is more complex since you have to go in person to the embassy and sit for an interview. These visas also tend to be more expensive, and they take longer to process.

Who can apply?

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Conditions for ETA holders

You will stay in the country for up to 6 months.
Your visit is related to tourism, visiting family and friends, business activities or short-term studies.
You will not work in the UK or do long-term studies.

How long can you stay in the UK with an ETA?

With an ETA you can stay a maximum of 180 days per visit in a 2-year period.

This means that, as long as the visa is valid, you can enter the country multiple times, but each entry cannot exceed 6 months.

How much does it cost?

The government fee for the ETA is 22 USD.

In addition, our processing fee amounts to 34 USD, which covers 24/7 customer service and a comprehensive review by our experts to ensure your application's success.

Processing time for the ETA

The ETA has an expected processing time of 1 day, but we recommend applying at least 1 week before traveling in case there are any delays or there is more information needed.

Factors affecting ETA processing times

The most common factors than can affect the processing times of your application are:

Incomplete information
Typos or incorrect details
Peak travel seasons
Mismatch between passport and application details

With Visagov, you can be sure to minimize the risk of errors and have your application processed as soon as possible.

Check the status of your ETA application

You can always check the status of your application here simply by entering your order ID.

FAQs

Can you work on an ETA?

No. It is not possible to work on an ETA since it is only for tourism purposes, visiting family or friends, business and short-term studies.

What to do if your UK ETA expires?

If your ETA expires, you must apply for a new one. Keep in mind that the ETA allows entry and grants you permission to stay for 6 months. Its expiration does not affect the duration permitted for your most recent entry. For example, if you were granted permission to stay for six months upon entry, you can remain in the UK for that period, even if your ETA expires during your stay.

Can you extend your stay with an ETA?

No. The ETA cannot be extended, you will need a new one if the one you have expires.