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Select your nationality from the dropdown list. This information is used to determine the visa requirements and applicable fees.

Select the type of visa you're applying for. The various types include different durations and entry types. Make sure to choose the one that matches your travel plans.

Please select the date you will be arriving at your destination. This date will help us determine the validity period of your visa.

Enter your first name and middle name exactly as they appear in your passport, using letters A-Z.

Enter your last name exactly as it appears in your passport, using letters A-Z. If you don't have a last name, enter "N/A."

Select your date of birth from the dropdown menus. Make sure this matches the date of birth listed in your passport.

Enter your email address. We'll use this to send you updates about your application. You won't be enrolled in any promotional messages unless you click the checkbox below.

Select the nationality as it appears on your passport. This must match the nationality on the passport you're using for this application.

Check this box if you want to skip entering your passport information at this moment. You'll need to provide this information later to complete your application.

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ETA Eligibility Checker

Find out if you need an ETA or visa to visit the UK based on your nationality and travel purpose.

ETA Eligible Countries

Citizens of these countries can apply for a UK ETA:

United States
Canada
Australia
New Zealand
Japan
South Korea
Singapore
Malaysia
Israel
UAE
Saudi Arabia
Qatar
Kuwait
Bahrain
Oman
Mexico
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Uruguay

Who Needs an ETA?

You need an ETA if you:

  • • Are from an eligible country
  • • Visiting for tourism or business
  • • Staying for 6 months or less
  • • Don't have a UK visa
  • • Transiting through the UK

You don't need an ETA if you:

  • • Are a UK or Irish citizen
  • • Have a valid UK visa
  • • Have settled or pre-settled status
  • • Are from an EU country (some exceptions)

ETA Requirements & Conditions

Passport Requirements

  • • Valid for at least 6 months
  • • Issued by an eligible country
  • • Biometric passport recommended
  • • Must match ETA application details

Stay Duration

  • • Up to 6 months per visit
  • • Multiple entries allowed
  • • ETA valid for 2 years
  • • Cannot extend stay beyond 6 months

Permitted Activities with ETA

✓ Allowed Activities

  • • Tourism and sightseeing
  • • Visiting family/friends
  • • Business meetings
  • • Conferences and events
  • • Short-term study (≤30 days)
  • • Medical treatment

✗ Not Allowed

  • • Paid employment
  • • Long-term study
  • • Establishing business
  • • Getting married
  • • Accessing public funds
  • • Permanent residence

⚠ Requires Visa Instead

  • • Work purposes
  • • Study over 30 days
  • • Marriage/civil partnership
  • • Joining family permanently
  • • Starting a business
  • • Transit with certain countries

Still Have Questions?

Our eligibility requirements can be complex. Contact our experts for personalized guidance on your specific situation.