From this Wednesday (2), European Union citizens must have the authorization of electronic travel (ETA) to enter the United Kingdom. Europeans join travelers from 48 countries around the world who also need the document.
Previously, travelers can ride a plane and submit themselves simply in the domination of passports when landing. Now travelers who do not need a visa to enter the UK must obtain pre -rest permission through the new digital registration system.
Learn what you need to know about the new rules.
Who needs a step?
Anyone who does not need a visa will need to travel to the United Kingdom eta-A “electronic travel license” that will lead to the entry of the country before the trip before the trip. This is the reward in the United Kingdom to the United States – a mandatory license and a payment for travel, with a submitted security issuance.
The plan first appeared for the citizens of the Gulf Cooperation Council in 2024 and was later implemented for other non -European travelers – including travelers in the United States, Canada and the six Australia who enter the United Kingdom every year. Brazilians also need permission.
Travelers in these countries must move to enter the United Kingdom since January 8. This procedure began to apply for European Union citizens on April 2, 2025.
Citizens of these countries who are already residing in the UK do not need ETA.
The scheme is intended for “short” visits to UK Less than six months of tourism and business. There are some other ETA categories, including for short -term study and paid obligations. It is listed on the UK government website.
Is it a visa?
Although some people refer to him in the name viewIt is actually a visa exemption. Travelers whose nationality means a visa to enter the United Kingdom will still need to request a visa. However, they will not need to get ETA along with it.
Countries work with reciprocity when it comes to immigration. When the United States provided a visa exemption in 2009, it was imperative that the countries that are subject to now have their similar plans.
How do I get one?
The current cost is 10 pounds, which cannot be re -cost about $ 73), and you can apply through the official request included on the UK government website or online directly. The rate will rise to 16 pounds (about $ 113.00) on April 9.
Applications – for iPhone and Android – are proud to be faster, with 10 processing times. Make sure to apply through official channels instead of the third websites, which may impose additional and less likely to deal with your data safely.
You will need to send a picture of your passport, scan, photograph yourself while subscribe, send the image and answer multiple questions about your plans. Online registration takes about 20 minutes and you should complete the process at one time-there is no opportunity to save with your progress.
A decision is usually made within three days, although the government warns that it may take longer. It is allowed to travel to the United Kingdom while waiting for your decision if you need an urgent visit; However, you should have advanced before traveling.
Note that the presence of ETA does not guarantee entry to the United Kingdom. You still need to pass by monitoring passports and still have border power agents the last word about whether you can enter the country.
How long will it be true?
The authority lasts for two years and multiple entries – so you can visit several times as you want. However, note that it will be bound digitally to your passport – so if you get a new passport during these two years, it will not be valid and you should ask for a new one.
Can families get a group?
All those who enter the United Kingdom need ETA, including children and even children. But you can apply for another person.
Does this mean that I can stay as long as I want?
ETA aims for a short stay of up to six months.
I am just crossing from the United Kingdom. You still need ETA?
Everyone who enters British soil, even for quick connection, must have ETA. You will not be able to go to control the passport to the traffic area without one.
Does this also prevent me from entering Europe?
To enter Europe, you will need Etayas – Exemption from the European Union, which was postponed, but is scheduled to start at some point in 2025. Stay tuned for more details as the countdown approaching.