ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
United Kingdom
Most visitors who don't need a visa now need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before they travel, including babies and children, and including many passengers transiting through UK border control.
LAST VERIFIED 2026-11-09 AGAINST: GOV.UK: Get an electronic travel authorisation (ETA)
| Passport | Status | What you need | Cost | Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Apply before you go | UK ETA before travel (app or GOV.UK). | £20 | Up to 6 months per visit |
| Canada | Apply before you go | UK ETA before travel (app or GOV.UK). | £20 | Up to 6 months per visit |
| Australia | Apply before you go | UK ETA before travel (app or GOV.UK). | £20 | Up to 6 months per visit |
| EU country | Apply before you go | UK ETA before travel (app or GOV.UK). Irish citizens are exempt. | £20 | Up to 6 months per visit |
| Japan | Apply before you go | UK ETA before travel (app or GOV.UK). | £20 | Up to 6 months per visit |
Notes
- United States: Apply only through the official UK ETA app or GOV.UK.
- Canada: Apply only through the official UK ETA app or GOV.UK.
- Australia: Apply only through the official UK ETA app or GOV.UK.
- Japan: Apply only through the official UK ETA app or GOV.UK.
- EU country: EU citizens with UK settled or pre-settled status don't need an ETA.
Recent changes
UNITED KINGDOM
UK ETA now costs £20
The UK's Electronic Travel Authorisation fee rose from £16 to £20. GOV.UK now lists the cost as £20 per person, including children.
SOURCE: GOV.UK
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