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.
An ETA costs £16.
Other websites may charge more to apply. Avoid websites that imitate government services.
An ETA does not guarantee entry to the UK.
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.
Check if you need an ETA or visa to come to the UK
More details? Go to the UK Government Official Website
