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How to use the ESTA & eTA Checker
- 1Choose the country that issued your passport.
- 2See what you need for the US, Canada, the UK, Australia and New Zealand.
- 3Apply only on the official government website or app linked on each card.
UK ETA at a glance
In the official UK ETA app or on GOV.UK; decisions usually come within 3 working days.
| UK ETA | |
|---|---|
| Fee | £20 |
| Valid for | 2 years, or until your passport expires |
| Length of stay | Up to 6 months per visit |
| Official website | www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta |
Who needs a UK ETA (88 nationalities)
Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Bahrain, Barbados, Belgium, Belize, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kiribati, Kuwait, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macao, Malaysia, Maldives, Malta, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Monaco, Nauru, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Samoa, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, South Korea, Spain, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and Grenadines, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, United States, Uruguay, Vatican City.
No authorisation needed
Ireland.
Everyone else needs a visa
Citizens of the other 109 countries and territories must apply for a visitor visa before travelling to United Kingdom. Use our visa checker to see the rules for your passport.
Good to know
- Required for everyone who doesn't need a UK visa, including Americans, Canadians, Australians and EU citizens. Irish citizens are exempt.
- You also need an ETA to transit through UK airports if you pass through border control.
- Nationals who need a UK visa apply for a Standard Visitor visa instead.
Travel authorisations by country
Frequently asked questions
How much does the UK ETA cost?
£20 when you apply on the official website or app. Unofficial agencies often charge several times more for the same application.
How long is the UK ETA valid?
2 years, or until your passport expires. Up to 6 months per visit.
How long does it take to get a UK ETA?
In the official UK ETA app or on GOV.UK; decisions usually come within 3 working days.