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United StatesUnited Kingdom
Travel authorisation required

An online authorisation, not a visa

With your passport (United States), you do not need a visa for this trip, but you must get an electronic travel authorisation before you fly. It is requested online in a few minutes, and most are issued within 24 to 72 hours. Compare the options below, then apply as soon as your trip is booked.

Which one fits your trip?
Travel authorisationETA Mainland
My passport
United States
Stay per visit
180 days
Valid for
2 years
Entries
Multiple entries
By email
Travel authorisation

ETA Mainland

Electronic travel authorization for travel to the United Kingdom. Stay of up to 180 days, multiple entries, valid for 2 years. Accepted travel purposes: tourism, business, transit, visits to family or friends, conferences, events and medical treatment.
Total per traveller€64
Government fee
€25 (£20)
Service fee
€39
You will need:
  • Photo of the traveler or selfie on neutral background
  • Passport

Service fee refunded if refused

Total per traveller€64
Apply now
Travel insurance

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From $64for 1 traveller, 1 weekCompare travel insurance