The UK ETA is a digital travel authorisation for travellers eligible for visa-free entry. It is designed to streamline entry processes through pre-travel checks. Applications can be made via the official UK government website or through a mobile app. The fee is GBP 16 (approximately EUR 19). Once approved, the ETA is valid for two years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. It allows multiple entries, with each stay permitted for up to six months.
What to Expect:
Eligibility depends on the traveller’s passport nationality. The ETA aims to simplify travel. However, technical issues and delays were expected during its gradual rollout, which began in December 2024 and was completed as of 2 April 2025. The system does not replace manual passport stamping nor guarantee entry to the UK.