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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 permit introduced by the British government for travelers from select visa-exempt countries. Approval must be obtained before arrival and is required for visits to London and the wider UK, including England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. This section answers common questions about the UK ETA—such as who needs it, what documents you’ll need, how to apply, and how long the process takes. Whether you decide to apply independently through the UK government or use a support service like ETAS Travel, ensuring the accuracy of your application is crucial to prevent delays or denial.

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The UK Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) is a digital document that grants eligible travelers entry into the United Kingdom, including London. If you’re visiting the capital for tourism, a business trip, or even a short stopover, you’ll need to obtain an approved ETA before your journey—unless you’re a UK or Irish citizen. The ETA covers entry to all parts of the UK, but many travelers use it specifically to explore London’s world-famous landmarks, museums, shopping districts, and historical sites.

Citizens from visa-exempt countries are required to apply for a UK ETA before traveling to London or any other part of the United Kingdom. This includes visitors arriving by air, sea, or land. UK and Irish nationals are not required to apply. You can find the list of eligible nationalities that need an ETA on our website.

You can apply for the UK ETA online through our secure platform, which offers step-by-step guidance, multilingual support, and expert review of your information. The process takes just a few minutes. Once approved, your ETA allows you to travel to London and the rest of the UK. If you prefer, you can also apply through the official UK government site, although our team will not be able to assist you if you use that option.

To apply for an ETA, you’ll need a valid biometric passport from an eligible country, a digital passport-style photo, your travel plans (such as your arrival in London), answers to security questions, and a valid payment method to cover the application fee.

Most travelers receive approval within 12 to 24 hours, though processing times may vary depending on individual circumstances. To ensure a smooth trip to London, it’s best to apply several days in advance of your departure.

Yes. Once issued, the UK ETA remains valid for up to two years or until your passport expires—whichever comes first. You can use the same ETA to visit London and other parts of the UK multiple times, as long as each stay does not exceed six months.

The official UK government charges £16 for each ETA. If you apply through our website, the total fee is £99, which includes the government charge and additional benefits such as application review, Fast-Track processing, multilingual support, and a money-back guarantee. Many travelers choose our service for peace of mind, especially when planning trips to a busy destination like London.

Yes, you can submit an application on behalf of another person, whether it’s a friend, child, or family member. You’ll need their passport and personal details to complete the form accurately.

If your application is refused, you won’t be allowed to travel to London—or any part of the UK—under the ETA system. In such cases, you may still be eligible to apply for a full visa through the UK Visas and Immigration process. While you might receive a general explanation, specific reasons for denial are not always provided.
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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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