Start UK ETA Application

The UK eVisa (ETA) is a digital travel authorisation for eligible, visa-exempt travellers visiting the United Kingdom. It permits short stays for tourism, business, or transit without obtaining a traditional visa.

Travellers from certain visa-exempt countries must obtain an ETA before their trip, whether arriving by air, sea, or land. UK and Irish citizens do not need an ETA. See this page for the list of eligible countries.

Apply online by completing the digital form on our website: https://uk-eta.etastravel.com/en/uk-eta-application/step1/ Provide your personal and travel details, upload a valid passport, and pay the fee. It usually takes only a few minutes. You may also apply on the official UK government site; however, we can’t assist if you choose that option.

You’ll need a valid biometric passport from an eligible country, a recent digital passport-style photo, and a debit or credit card for payment. You’ll also provide personal details, itinerary information, and answers to standard security and eligibility questions.

Most applications are processed within 12–24 hours, but times can vary by applicant. Apply several days before you travel to allow for any possible delays.

The UK eVisa (ETA) is typically valid for two years or until the passport used to apply expires, whichever comes first. It generally allows multiple entries, with each stay usually up to 6 months.

The government fee is £16 per application. Through our website, the total is £99 per application, which includes the government fee plus additional services the official site doesn’t provide—fast-track options, 24/7 multilingual support, application assistance and specialist review—backed by a money-back guarantee if you’re not satisfied.

Yes. You can apply on behalf of another traveller—such as a family member or companion—provided you have their accurate personal and passport details.

If your ETA is refused, you won’t be permitted to travel to the UK under the ETA scheme. You may need to apply for a standard UK visa instead. Refusal notices may include general reasons, but detailed explanations aren’t always provided.