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The UK travel authorisation, step by step
If you are travelling to the United Kingdom, you need a UK ETA. It costs £20 on the official site, a decision usually arrives within 1 day, and the authorisation lasts 2 years for multiple trips.
What is the UK ETA
You apply for the UK ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) before you travel. It does not replac…
How to apply for the UK ETA
The application is entirely online, either on the official GOV.UK site or in the official app. Y…
How much the UK ETA costs
The official price is £20 and you pay it once. The authorisation then lasts 2 years, for multipl…
How long the UK ETA takes
In most cases the answer arrives within 1 day. Even so, it is sensible to allow up to 3 working …
Checking your UK ETA status
The decision is sent by email. If it has not arrived, you can look up the status using the detai…
How long the UK ETA lasts
The authorisation is valid for 2 years — or until your passport expires, if that comes first.…
What documents you need
The application is simple: passport, a photo and a way to pay. No travel bookings or supporting …
How long you can stay
Per trip, you can stay in the UK for up to 6 months. The authorisation covers tourism, family vi…
Frequently asked questions about the UK ETA
Short answers to the most common questions. Each point links to the full explanation.…
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Apply on the official GOV.UK site