Visa Information

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Depending on your nationality, you may need to get an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) or a visa to come to the UK to visit, study or work.

Check if you need a UK visa on GOV.UK.

An electronic travel authorisation (ETA) gives you permission to travel to the UK for up to 6 months for tourism, visiting family and friends, business or short-term study. 

An ETA costs £10 and permits multiple journeys to the UK for stays of up to six months at a time over two years, or until the holder’s passport expires –whichever is sooner. 

British and Irish citizens do not require an ETA. See the full list of countries who will need to apply for an ETA. 

Applications must be made individually and can be made via mobile app or online at GOV.UK. Decisions are typically returned within 3 working days. 

Find more information about ETA requirements and how to apply. 

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