Get Your UK Electronic Travel Authorisation

Travel to the UK for tourism, business, or to visit family and friends.

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Overview

An electronic travel authorisation (ETA) lets you travel to the UK for tourism, visiting family or certain other reasons for up to 6 months.

Who needs an ETA

Most visitors travelling to the UK need an ETA or a visa. What you need depends on:

  • your nationality
  • why you're coming to the UK

You usually need an ETA rather than a visa if you're from Europe, the USA, Australia, Canada or certain other countries.

Requirements

Who needs an ETA

You'll need an ETA if you're visiting the UK for up to 6 months for:

  • Tourism or visiting family/friends
  • Business meetings or conferences
  • Short-term study (up to 6 months)
  • Medical treatment
  • Transit through the UK

Who does NOT need an ETA

You do not need an ETA if you have:

  • A British or Irish passport
  • Permission to live, work or study in the UK
  • A valid UK visa
  • Diplomatic status
  • Are from a visa-exempt country for short stays

Required Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Recent digital photograph
  • Travel itinerary details
  • Accommodation information
  • Financial evidence if required

Eligibility

Eligible Nationalities

Citizens from the following countries typically need an ETA:

  • United States
  • Canada
  • Australia
  • European Union countries
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • And many others

Basic Requirements

  • Valid passport from eligible country
  • Genuine visitor intention
  • Sufficient funds for your stay
  • Return or onward travel arrangements
  • No criminal record or immigration violations

Apply for an ETA

Start Your Application

Click on the email below to begin your ETA application:

⬇️ CLICK ON THE EMAIL BELOW TO APPLY ⬇️
This will open your email app to send your application request

Include in your email:

  • Your full name
  • Nationality
  • Occupation
  • Purpose of visit
  • First time visiting UK? (Yes/No)
  • Intended duration of stay
  • Applying for yourself or others?

Application Process

  1. Click the email above to open your email app
  2. Provide all required information in your email message
  3. Receive application form within 24 hours
  4. Complete the digital form with full details
  5. Get approved typically within 3 working days