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ETA FAQ’s
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What is ETA?
ETA stands for Electronic Travel Authorization- it’s a new travel documentation system implemented by the United Kingdom for non-UK citizens visiting the United Kingdom. ETA approval is required before entry into the country.
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What countries require ETA approval?
ETA Participating Countries are The United Kingdom (which includes England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland).
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I am traveling abroad to destinations within the UK and within mainland Europe from abroad. What applications are required?
If you are traveling abroad from any non-EU, non-UK country and plan on having a stop in the United Kingdom and an EU country, you will need to apply for and be approved by both ETIAS and ETA.
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I have residency within a UK country. Do I need to apply for ETA?
No, if you have residency within a UK country, you will not need ETA approval for entry. However, you will need to apply for ETIAS in the event you are visiting mainland Europe.
Disclaimer:This website is operated by UK Europe Travel (d.b/a), a private, non-governmental travel assistance company based in Washington, DC (Registration Number: 33-3845964). We are not connected to the UK government or any official agency. Our services offer optional, fee-based support for the United Kingdom’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) process, including help with completing the application, reviewing documents, and providing customer assistance.
Please note that you can apply for an ETA directly through the official UK government website at www.gov.uk without using our services or incurring additional service fees.