visa and eta

Save Your UK ETA Application: Can You Finish Later?

Person completing the UK ETA application on a phone at home in one session

You cannot fully save your UK ETA application on the official app and pick it up days later — the government service is built to be completed in one short session, usually around five minutes. So the smart move is to gather every detail first, then apply in one go. It still costs £20 (2026), … Read more

How Early Can You Apply for a UK ETA? 2026 Guide

Traveller marking a desk calendar while planning how early to apply for a UK ETA

You can apply for a UK ETA as early as you like, but there is a catch: the authorisation lasts two years from approval, so applying many months ahead simply burns through that validity. For most trips, applying two to three weeks before you fly — and at least three working days before — hits … Read more

ETA England 2026 — Complete Guide for Travellers

ETA England 2026 is now a mandatory travel requirement for millions of visa-free visitors to the United Kingdom. The UK’s travel authorisation scheme launched in October 2023 and has since changed how travellers from over 50 countries prepare for UK trips. This complete guide covers all you need to know: costs, eligibility, application process, validity, … Read more

ETA London 2026: Checklist and FAQ for Visiting London

ETA London travellers near Big Ben and Westminster

Planning a trip and wondering how the ETA London rules work in 2026? Since 2 April 2025, most visa-exempt visitors need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation before they fly to London; it costs £20 per person and is valid for two years. This checklist and FAQ explains who needs the permit, what it costs, and … Read more