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United Kingdom

UK ETA

Required for American passport holders

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Required for American visitors as of February 25, 2026

About UK ETA

The UK ETA is the Electronic Travel Authorisation required for visa-exempt visitors travelling to the UK for short stays. Apply online before you travel so check-in and arrival are quick and hassle-free.

ETA details

Processing time

Most decisions arrive within minutes.

Validity

Valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. Each stay up to 6 months.

Entries

Multiple entry — travel to the UK as often as you like while your ETA is valid.

How to apply

Fully online — complete your application from any device before you travel to the UK.

On arrival

Your ETA is linked to your passport. Travel on the same passport you applied with.


What you'll need

Your passport details and nationality
Contact information, including email and phone number
A valid credit or debit card for the application fee
Answers to a short set of suitability questions

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Instant error detection and a final pre-submission check to ensure there are no errors.

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How it works

From application to approval in 3 steps

Step 1

Gather your information

Have all the necessary documents and details on hand before you start your application.

Step 2

Apply online

Complete our guided form in minutes — for you and your travel companions — with real-time validation that catches errors before you submit.

Step 3

Get approved and travel

Once approved, your document lands straight in your inbox, ready for your trip.

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Frequently asked questions

Citizens from 'non-visa national' countries (such as the US, Australia, and EU nations) require a UK ETA. If you are from a 'visa national' country, you must still apply for a Standard Visitor Visa. Important: British and Irish citizens do not need an ETA. If you hold a valid UK visa or EUSS status, you are also exempt.
The authorization is digitally linked to your passport. Once approved, you will receive an email confirmation. There is no physical sticker. However, it is highly recommended to keep a digital copy on your phone or a printout, as carriers will verify your permission to travel before you board.
You can stay for up to 180 days (6 months) per visit. The ETA itself is valid for two years (or until your passport expires), allowing for multiple entries during that period.
Official UK government guidance advises allowing up to 3 working days in case an application needs a manual review.
Yes. Every traveler, including infants and children, must have their own individual ETA. You can manage applications for your entire family together in one session on the iVisa platform.
Yes, if you pass through UK Border Control. Eligible visitors on connecting flights who clear passport control, for example to change airports or collect baggage, must have an ETA. As of 2026, airside transit passengers at specific airports like Heathrow who do not pass through border control may not need one, but rules can change, so check the latest transit requirements before booking.
If denied, you cannot board your flight. You will receive a notification from the Home Office. You may be able to re-apply if the denial was due to a simple typo. However, if the refusal was based on suitability or criminal history, you may need to apply for a Standard Visitor Visa instead. iVisa offers denial protection to support you in these cases.
The most common reasons include uploading a photo that doesn't meet standards, providing an incorrect passport number, or failing to disclose relevant history. iVisa's experts check these details specifically to prevent rejections.
No. An ETA cannot be extended. If you wish to stay longer than 6 months or change your status to work or study, you must apply for a specific visa from outside the country.
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