UK ETA
Visa-exempt nationals (e.g. US, Canada, Australia, Japan, most EU citizens) visiting the UK; British and Irish citizens and holders of valid UK visas or EUSS status are exempt.
- 1Fill the form5 short steps, 5-8 minutes
- 2Pay onlineCard or UPI, total shown first
- 3We check & submitErrors caught before filing
- 4Get your resultEmail and WhatsApp updates
1Overview
The UK ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) is a digital permission issued by the UK Home Office. It is not a visa, and it is linked electronically to the passport used in the application, with no stamp or sticker.
It covers tourism, business, visiting family and friends, short-term study and transit. It does not allow living or working in the UK, long-term study, marriage or claiming public funds.
Who needs it
- Needed by non-visa nationals such as citizens of the US, Canada, Australia, Japan and most of the EU; every traveller, including infants and children, needs their own.
- Visa nationals, and travellers with a criminal record, need a Standard Visitor Visa instead.
- Indian citizens: India is listed as a visa-national country, so Indian passport holders are directed to a Standard Visitor Visa, not an ETA.
2Requirements
- PassportValid biometric passport, valid for the whole stay; the ETA is tied to this passport
- Passport scanNeeded for the application
- PhotoRecent digital passport-style photo
- Email addressA valid email address to receive the ETA
- Travel detailsFlight or ferry information
Important to know
- Common denial causes: a non-compliant photo, a wrong passport number, and not disclosing relevant history.
- If denied, the traveller cannot board; simple typos may allow reapplication, while suitability or criminal-history refusals may require a Standard Visitor Visa.
3How to apply with Ok E-visa
- Fill in the formA few short steps: your passport, traveller and trip details, plus the documents listed above. Choose your option and processing speed.
- Pay onlineYou go straight to a secure payment page. The total in US dollars is shown before you pay.
- We check and submitOur team reviews your details for common errors and submits the application on the official portal (UK Home Office / UKVI).
- Receive your resultThe ETA arrives by email; nothing needs to be printed because it is digitally linked to the passport.
4Timing and speed
Speed options and their delivery times are shown before payment; no earliest or latest application date is stated.
Processing speeds
You choose your speed at the last step of the form, where your exact total is shown. Times are estimates, not guaranteed; the authority makes the final decision.
5Fees
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
Your exact total, in US dollars, is shown at the last step of the form before you pay. You may also apply directly on the official portal (UK Home Office (official route is the Home Office UK ETA app) at no service charge.
6After approval
- The ETA arrives by email; nothing needs to be printed because it is digitally linked to the passport.
- A renewed passport requires a new application.
- It cannot be extended; longer stays, work or study need a visa applied for from outside the UK.
?Questions about UK ETA
Is a UK ETA a visa?
No. It is a digital permission for visa-exempt travellers, valid 2 years with multiple entries and up to 6 months per visit.
Who needs an ETA and who needs a visa?
Non-visa nationals need an ETA; visa nationals need a Standard Visitor Visa. British and Irish citizens, UK visa holders and EUSS holders need neither.
Do I need an app to apply?
No. The application can be completed in any browser; the Home Office app is one option.
How is the ETA received?
By email. There is no sticker and no need to print.
Do children need their own ETA?
Yes, each traveller needs an individual ETA; family applications can be handled in one session.
Do I need an ETA for transit?
Yes if you pass through UK border control. Airside transit at some airports may not require it, so check the latest rules.
Can the ETA be extended?
No. Longer stays, work or study need a visa.
What happens if it is denied?
You cannot board. Typos may allow reapplication; suitability or criminal-history issues may require a Standard Visitor Visa.
Do I need a visa for the UK?
Visa-exempt travellers need an ETA, while visa nationals need a Standard Visitor Visa. British and Irish citizens need neither.
How long can I stay with an ETA?
Up to 180 days per visit; the ETA itself lasts two years or until the passport expires.
How do I receive the ETA?
It is linked digitally to your passport and confirmed by email once approved; keep a digital or printed copy.
What if my ETA is denied?
You cannot board your flight and the Home Office notifies you. You may be able to reapply if the cause was a simple typo.
How long does the UK ETA take?
Processing: as fast as 15 minutes. Timelines are set by the authority and can change, so we update you as your application moves.
Can I apply directly instead of using UK ETA help?
Yes. We are a private assistance service, not a government website. You can apply on the official portal (UK Home Office / UKVI (no URL given)) at no service charge. Our fee covers review, submission and tracking.
Does the price include the government fee?
Our price covers our service fee, review, submission and support. If the government charges its own fee for this document, we tell you the exact amount before you pay.
What if I make a mistake on the form?
Tell us as soon as you notice. Whether a correction is possible depends on the official portal and on whether the application was already submitted. Some fields, such as name and passport number, often cannot be edited after submission.
✓Why apply with Ok E-visa
This page is a plain-language summary to help you prepare. Entry rules change, so always confirm the latest requirements on the official government website. Ok E-visa is a private assistance service and is not a government website.
