Most visa-exempt nationalities do. Travellers who already need a full UK visa apply for that instead. Check your nationality page for the exact rule.

What documents do I need?

By default just a clear copy of your passport bio page and a recent passport-size photo, plus an email address for your approved authorisation.

How long does the UK ETA take?

Most are approved within about three working days. Apply a few days before travel and we email your ETA once issued.

How long can I stay in the UK?

Each visit can last up to six months. The ETA is valid for two years, or until your passport expires, for multiple visits.

Do you need a United Kingdom visa?

Planning a trip to United Kingdom? Most travellers can now skip the embassy queue and apply for the United Kingdom UK ETA entirely online. VisitsVisa fills the government form for you, checks every document, and delivers your approved visa by email — usually within 3 days. Most international travellers need a United Kingdom UK ETA before they arrive, and the fastest way to get one is to apply for your United Kingdom visa online rather than queuing at an embassy. Start with a quick eligibility check and we confirm the exact route and documents for your nationality and country of residence.

How do I apply for a United Kingdom visa online?

Applying for a United Kingdom UK ETA with VisitsVisa takes minutes. Complete one simple online form, upload your passport and photo, and pay securely. Our visa experts review every detail against the latest United Kingdom immigration rules before your application is submitted, which is the single biggest thing you can do to avoid a rejection. Once approved, your United Kingdom ETA is emailed to you — there is nothing to collect and no embassy visit — and you can track your United Kingdom visa application live from any device until it lands in your inbox.

How much does a United Kingdom visa cost?

A United Kingdom UK ETA costs $79 through VisitsVisa. The $79 price is all-inclusive — the government fee and our service fee are already bundled in, so there are no hidden charges at checkout. Every traveller on the trip — including children and infants — needs their own United Kingdom visa, and you can add multiple applicants to a single order and pay together in one checkout.

How long does United Kingdom visa processing take?

Standard United Kingdom visa processing usually takes 3 days. If you are travelling soon, choose Express at checkout and we prioritise your application, with delivery typically within 24 hours. We recommend applying a few days before departure so your United Kingdom ETA is confirmed well ahead of your flight.

How long is a United Kingdom visa valid and how long can I stay?

The United Kingdom UK ETA permits a stay of Up to 6 months per visit and is valid for 2 years or until passport expires (multiple entry). Make sure your passport has at least six months of validity remaining from your date of arrival, as this is the most common reason United Kingdom applications are refused.

United Kingdom Visa Online — Price, Requirements & Apply | UK ETA

UK ETA Information

TypeElectronic Travel Authorisation

Length of StayUp to 6 months per visit

Validity2 years or until passport expires

EntryMultiple entry

MethodPassport-linked ETA

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Documents Required

Only 2 Documents

Passport

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity from your arrival date.

Photograph

Recent passport-size photo with a white background.

All documents are securely processed and protected.

Top Places to Visit in the United Kingdom

London

Tower Bridge

Edinburgh Castle

Stonehenge

The Lake District

Bath

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How United Kingdom ETA Process Works

1
Fill Form
Complete the simple online form.

2
Make Payment
Pay securely online.

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3
Upload Document
AI verifies your documents instantly.

4
Submitted to Embassy
Sent to the United Kingdom embassy for approval.

5
Get Your ETA Approval
ETA approval delivered to your email.

Check Your nationality Eligibility

Visa-exempt travellers now need a UK ETA before flying to the United Kingdom. It is linked electronically to your passport, allows multiple visits of up to six months, and is emailed once approved.

Eligible nationalities

4 Countries

Frequently Asked Questions

An electronic travel authorisation linked to your passport that visa-exempt visitors must hold before travelling to the United Kingdom.

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United Kingdom Immigration
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IATA Travel Centre
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Last reviewedAugust 2026

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United Kingdom Visa

UK ETA Information

Documents Required

Top Places to Visit in the United Kingdom

How United Kingdom ETA Process Works

Fill Form

Make Payment

Upload Document

Submitted to Embassy

Get Your ETA Approval

Check Your nationality Eligibility

Eligible nationalities

Frequently Asked Questions

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