UK ETA Eligibility Guide
Check if you need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation for your upcoming trip. Get instant eligibility results and detailed requirements.
Detailed ETA Requirements
Comprehensive eligibility criteria for UK Electronic Travel Authorisation
Who Needs a UK ETA
Visa-exempt nationals
Citizens from countries that don't normally need a visa for short stays
All visitors and transit passengers
Including those not leaving the airport or port
All ages
Including children and infants
Short-term visits
Up to 6 months for tourism, business, or study
Who Doesn't Need a UK ETA
UK and Irish citizens
Citizens with right of entry to the UK
Visa holders
Those who already have a valid UK visa
EU/EEA nationals (temporary)
During transition period - check current status
Certain territories
British Overseas Territories citizens with right of entry
ETA-Required Countries
Citizens of these countries need a UK ETA for short visits
Americas
- • United States
- • Canada
- • Brazil
- • Argentina
- • Chile
- • Uruguay
Asia Pacific
- • Australia
- • New Zealand
- • Japan
- • South Korea
- • Singapore
- • Malaysia
Middle East
- • United Arab Emirates
- • Qatar
- • Kuwait
- • Bahrain
- • Oman
- • Saudi Arabia
- • Israel
Note: This list is subject to change. Requirements may vary based on your specific circumstances, passport type, and travel purpose. Always verify current requirements before traveling.
Application Requirements
What you need to prepare for your UK ETA application
Required Documents
Valid Passport
At least 6 months validity
Digital Photo
Recent passport-style photo
Travel Details
Dates and purpose of visit
Contact Information
Email and phone number