It\u2019s been on the cards for a while, but it\u2019s now official: the price of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) required to enter the UK is set to rise from \u00a316 to \u00a320 (roughly \u20ac25) for all applicants from 85 different nationalities. The change kicks in this April.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Beyond the price hike, the other major update regarding the ETA is that the “tolerance period” has officially ended. Since late February, there is no longer any leniency for those who may have “forgotten” to apply, and no exceptions will be made.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This means that airlines, rail operators, and ferry companies have been given firm instructions to deny boarding to any passenger who does not have this document. Furthermore, the requirement also applies to those transiting through UK airports\u2014even if you don’t plan on leaving the international zone. It\u2019s certainly not something you want to overlook before you head to the departure gate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This digital authorisation is electronically linked to the applicant’s passport and remains valid for two years, or until the passport expires\u2014whichever comes first. It allows for multiple entries into the UK, with a limit of six months per stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The application process is handled through the official UK government website or their dedicated app. In practice, you\u2019ll need to upload your passport details and a digital photo, then pay the fee online. While approval is usually granted within minutes, it is still highly recommended to apply at least three working days in advance just in case of any unexpected delays. As for the cost, it is now \u00a320, or approximately \u20ac25.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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