Citizens traveling with European passport to United Kingdom As of April 2, 2025, they must request an electronic permit to enter the country as part of the British government objective to digitize the border and immigration system. Then we try to solve the possible doubts about this permit, which bears the name of (ETA).
Who should ask for the ET?
Electronic travel authorization is mandatory for all European citizens that travel to the United Kingdom. The same document requires visitors from non -European countries that until now did not need a visa to enter the country, as is the case of Argentina, Brazil, USA, Australia and seven countries of the Middle East.
Who is exempt?
This authorization It will not be necessary For the citizens of Irelandpeople who already have a sustained And those who obtained the ‘Settlement Status’the document that allows to continue residing in the country to the Europeans installed in the United Kingdom before Brexit. Nor should they request it Transit travelers in one of the country’s airports, as long as they do not have to go through passport control to make their scale.
How is it requested?
The permit is requested electronically before embarking on the trip to the United Kingdom. To process it, it will be necessary Fill a form through the British government website, or mobile application UK and. Applicants must provide their biographical and biometric data and answer some questions about criminal records, so once the traveler has achieved the successful authorization, it is digitally linked to their passport.
How long does it take to approve?
The British government argues that the vast majority of applications will be approved in minutes of minutessomething that will continue to allow last minute trips. Even so, the Ministry of Interior advises people to visit the country to process their authorizations in advance of At least three working days Before the trip in case additional information is required.
How long does permission last?
Once authorized, the document will allow visiting the country for a maximum period of six months in a row and will have a two -year validitywith permission for multiple visits, as long as the passport does not expire before.
Should we pay?
Yes. The ETA request has a cost of 10 pounds sterling (about 12 euros).
