Starting 2024, you have to pay to travel to the United Kingdom
Find out the details about the new fee that you will have to pay (and pass an evaluation) to be able to enter the United Kingdom.
You need an electronic travel authorization, known as an ETA, and you have to pay a small fee.
If the authorities don't find a criminal record or other red flags in your data, your entry will be guaranteed.
An electronic travel authorization (ETA) is a digital permit to travel anywhere in the UK. Canada and the US have similar systems that debuted a few years ago.
The cost will be between £10 and £13, depending on the exchange rate and your nationality.
The application process is quick and easy. People apply for an ETA via the 'UK ETA app' or by searching 'Apply for an ETA to visit the UK' on the UK government site.
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Most applicants will receive a response within three business days.
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No, only for some. People who have a British or Irish passport, permission to live, work, or study in the UK, or have a visa to enter the UK do not need an ETA.
This requirement was established on November 15, 2023 for Qatari citizens. Its second stage started on February 22, 2024 for citizens of Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.
If your application is not accepted, you must apply for a visa allowing you to visit the UK. For this reason, we recommend that, before starting any travel plan, the ETA procedure is the first thing you do.
By registering for the permit, you will give the British government access to biographical, biometric, and contact data. The country will have greater knowledge of those visiting it and be able to prevent the arrival of people who may pose a threat.
If your country has not been mentioned in this gallery, you won't need an ETA until the end of 2024. More nationalities will be added to the regulation over time and you can check it out through the UK government page.
The ETA will be valid for all trips you make to the United Kingdom for a period of two years.
The UK government also offers the 'Embassy Registration' service, which, for a modest amount of money, allows you to stay safe and connected while traveling by registering your trip at the embassy.
Just go to ivisa.govassist and pay the £10 fee (the price may vary depending on your country's exchange rate). While not mandatory, this service is offered by the British government to help people travel more peacefully.
At this site, ivisa.govassist, any questions will be answered. If you don't know English, don't worry. The page has translations into different languages.
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