Who Can Apply
To use our service, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be a national of a country listed as eligible for the UK ETA by the UK Government. We recommend verifying your eligibility before applying.
- Hold a valid biometric passport that is machine-readable, contains an embedded chip, includes a digital photograph, and remains valid for the full duration of your intended stay.
Eligible Travel Purposes
Tourism
Leisure travel or visiting family and friends
Business
Meetings, conferences, and short business trips
Transit
Passing through the UK border control
Short Study / Medical
Brief courses or medical treatment visits
Not permitted with an ETA: Employment, long-term residence, immigration, marriage, or claiming public benefits.
Required Information & Documents
Personal Details
- Full name, date of birth, gender
- Nationality and home address
- Email address and phone number
Passport Information
- Scan or clear photo of your biometric passport
- Passport must be valid for your full stay
Travel Details
- Intended arrival date
- Purpose of your visit
- UK accommodation address (if known)
Security Declaration
- Disclose any criminal history
- Declare previous immigration violations
- Answer standard security questions
Key ETA Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Validity | 2 years from issue date (or until passport expires) |
| Maximum stay per visit | Up to 6 months |
| Entry type | Multiple entry |
| Government fee | £20 per person |
| Processing time | Standard 24 hrs · Rush 4 hrs · Super Rush 1 hr |
| Linked to | Your biometric passport — no physical document needed |