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There are some requirements for guests to acquire a visa, whether due to travelling to a certain country or travelling somewhere for an extended period of time. You can check online to see if any specific country requires a visa or permit via the Gov.uk site here
ETIAS is the European Travel Information and Authorisation System.
From 2024, over 60 visa-exempt countries across Europe will be required to have a travel authorisation in order to enter Europe. This document is linked to a traveller’s passport and is valid for up to three years, or until the new passport expires, whichever comes first. If you get a new passport, you will need to get a new ETIAS travel authorisation.
With an ETIAS travel authorisation, you can enter the territory of selected European countries as often as you want for short-term stays (normally up to 90 days in any 180-day period). This does not guarantee entry to the countries listed, and usual border security checks will apply.
You can find the countries listed which will require ETIAS authorisation here
As a general rule, you will need an ETIAS travel authorisation if you meet all the following criteria:
You can find out more about who should apply for an ETIAS here
Applications are processed within minutes, though some can take up to 14 days. The application costs EUR7, though some travellers may be exempt from this fee. You can complete the application either on the official website or the mobile application.
You can find out more about how to apply for an ETIAS here
The Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is another document which may be required in order for you to travel. This will give permission for people to travel to the UK and will be electronically linked to your passport.
ETA will be a requirement for people who do not need a visa to come to the UK, such as non-UK passport holders
This is not a requirement for British passport holders. Travel for British passport holders will continue as normal.
You will need an ETA to:
From the 15th November 2023, specific countries will be required to apply for an ETA. You can find out more about ETA and applications here
You will not need an ETA if you have either:
If you live in Ireland and you’re not an Irish citizen, you will not need an ETA if all of the following apply:
The ETA costs £10 per applicant and you can apply on the UK ETA app or online on GOV.UK. You can also apply on the behalf of others as each traveller must get their own ETA, including children and babies.
Applications are usually completed within 3 working days, but this may take longer in some cases.
You can find out more about ETA and applications here
Those traveling with children may be asked at the border to prove the relationship with the child if they do not seem to be the parent, for example having different surnames. This can be proven with a birth or adoption certificate; divorce or marriage certificate; or a letter from the child’s parent giving permission and providing contact details.