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Mandatory Electronic Travel Authorization for Europeans Entering the UK Starting April 2, 2025

March 31, 2025

Starting April 2, 2025, all European travelers will need to obtain an electronic travel authorization (ETA) to enter the UK. The initial cost is £10, rising to £16 after April 8. The ETA is valid for two years and allows visits of up to six months. Applications will be reviewed by UK authorities within three days.