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ETAS Travel is a private eVisa processing agency registered with the Migration Agents Registration Authority under registration number 1466320. Our online platform offers step-by-step assistance to ensure ETA applications are completed accurately and submitted to the appropriate government authorities. Travelers have the option to apply directly through the government website without using our service. The total cost per application is £99, which includes the £16 UK government fee.

UK ETA – Frequently Asked Questions

The UK ETA is a new digital entry requirement for nationals of certain visa-exempt countries who wish to visit the United Kingdom. Travelers must secure an approved ETA prior to arrival. This FAQ section answers the most common questions regarding eligibility, documentation, timelines, and how to apply. Whether you apply independently through the UK government or choose a support service like ours, accuracy and completeness are essential for a successful application.

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The UK Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) is a digital entry permit required for short-term visits to the United Kingdom by nationals of certain visa-exempt countries. It allows eligible travelers to enter the UK for purposes such as tourism, business, or transit, without needing to apply for a full visa.

An ETA is mandatory for individuals from countries that have visa-free access to the UK. This requirement applies regardless of whether you enter by air, sea, or land. British and Irish citizens are not subject to the ETA requirement. A full list of countries whose citizens must apply for an ETA is available on this site.

Applications for the UK ETA are submitted online. You can complete the process through our platform by filling out the digital form, uploading your passport, and paying the required fee. The application takes only a few minutes. If you prefer, you can also apply through the UK government’s website, but we won’t be able to offer any assistance if you choose that option.

To submit a UK ETA application, you must have a biometric passport issued by an eligible country. You’ll also be asked to upload a recent passport-style photo, enter your personal and travel details, answer some security questions, and make payment using a valid credit or debit card.

In most cases, travelers receive a decision on their ETA application within 12 to 24 hours. However, the exact processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. To avoid last-minute complications, it’s best to apply at least a few days before your planned travel date.

Once approved, the UK ETA remains valid for a period of two years or until the passport used during the application expires, whichever comes first. During this time, travelers may enter the UK multiple times, as long as each visit does not exceed six months.

The UK government charges a fee of £16 for each ETA application submitted through the official site. If you choose to use our service, the total price is £99. This includes not only the government fee, but also additional support services such as expert review of your application, Fast-Track options, customer service in multiple languages, and a money-back guarantee if you are not satisfied.

Yes, you may apply for an ETA on behalf of another traveler. This is common for parents applying for children or for people assisting friends or family members. You’ll need to have their passport information and personal details in order to complete the form accurately.

If your ETA application is denied, you will not be allowed to board your flight or travel to the UK under the ETA program. In such cases, you may still be eligible to apply for a standard UK visa through the appropriate immigration channels. While some general reasons for denial may be provided, detailed explanations are not always issued.

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UK ETA Eligible Countries

  • Flag of AndorraAndorra
  • Flag of Antigua & BarbudaAntigua & Barbuda
  • Flag of ArgentinaArgentina
  • Flag of AustraliaAustralia
  • Flag of AustriaAustria
  • Flag of BahrainBahrain
  • Flag of BarbadosBarbados
  • Flag of BelgiumBelgium
  • Flag of BelizeBelize
  • Flag of BotswanaBotswana
  • Flag of BrazilBrazil
  • Flag of BruneiBrunei
  • Flag of BulgariaBulgaria
  • Flag of CanadaCanada
  • Flag of ChileChile
  • Flag of Costa RicaCosta Rica
  • Flag of CroatiaCroatia
  • Flag of CyprusCyprus
  • Flag of Czech RepublicCzech Republic
  • Flag of DenmarkDenmark
  • Flag of EstoniaEstonia
  • Flag of FinlandFinland
  • Flag of FranceFrance
  • Flag of GermanyGermany
  • Flag of GreeceGreece
  • Flag of GrenadaGrenada
  • Flag of GuatemalaGuatemala
  • Flag of GuyanaGuyana
  • Flag of Hong KongHong Kong
  • Flag of HungaryHungary
  • Flag of IcelandIceland
  • Flag of IsraelIsrael
  • Flag of ItalyItaly
  • Flag of JapanJapan
  • Flag of KiribatiKiribati
  • Flag of KuwaitKuwait
  • Flag of LatviaLatvia
  • Flag of LiechtensteinLiechtenstein
  • Flag of LithuaniaLithuania
  • Flag of LuxembourgLuxembourg
  • Flag of MacaoMacao
  • Flag of MalaysiaMalaysia
  • Flag of MaldivesMaldives
  • Flag of MaltaMalta
  • Flag of Marshall IslandsMarshall Islands
  • Flag of MauritiusMauritius
  • Flag of MexicoMexico
  • Flag of MicronesiaMicronesia
  • Flag of MonacoMonaco
  • Flag of NauruNauru
  • Flag of NetherlandsNetherlands
  • Flag of New ZealandNew Zealand
  • Flag of NicaraguaNicaragua
  • Flag of NorwayNorway
  • Flag of OmanOman
  • Flag of PalauPalau
  • Flag of PanamaPanama
  • Flag of Papua New GuineaPapua New Guinea
  • Flag of ParaguayParaguay
  • Flag of PeruPeru
  • Flag of PolandPoland
  • Flag of PortugalPortugal
  • Flag of QatarQatar
  • Flag of RomaniaRomania
  • Flag of Saint Kitts & NevisSaint Kitts & Nevis
  • Flag of Saint LuciaSaint Lucia
  • Flag of Saint Vincent & the GrenadinesSaint Vincent & Grenadines
  • Flag of SamoaSamoa
  • Flag of San MarinoSan Marino
  • Flag of Saudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia
  • Flag of SeychellesSeychelles
  • Flag of SingaporeSingapore
  • Flag of SlovakiaSlovakia
  • Flag of SloveniaSlovenia
  • Flag of Solomon IslandsSolomon Islands
  • Flag of South KoreaSouth Korea
  • Flag of SpainSpain
  • Flag of SwedenSweden
  • Flag of SwitzerlandSwitzerland
  • Flag of TaiwanTaiwan
  • Flag of The BahamasThe Bahamas
  • Flag of TongaTonga
  • Flag of TuvaluTuvalu
  • Flag of UAEUAE
  • Flag of United StatesUnited States
  • Flag of UruguayUruguay
  • Flag of Vatican CityVatican City

Our UK ETA Application Service

Many travelers use ETAS Travel because we make the process simpler, faster, and less stressful,
especially if you’re unsure about eligibility, need help with forms, or want peace of mind that your
application is reviewed and error-free. You can always apply directly via the official UK GOV website.
Our service is optional and designed for convenience.

Here’s how we help:

  • Expert support to avoid common mistakes that can lead to rejections or delays
  • Same-day processing in most cases
  • 100% money-back guarantee if your application is not approved
  • Application review by trained visa advisors
  • Multilingual 24/7 customer support
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