From the April 2, 2025 A new requirement will enter into force for those wishing Traveling in the United Kingdom: The Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). This electronic authorization will be mandatory for All citizens of the European Union and some other countries, including Norway, Switzerland and San Marino, who intend to go to the United Kingdom for stays up to six months. Already since last January the measure had been introduced for non -European citizens and is now also extended to the European Championships.
Questions to get the age can be presented starting from Yesterday Through the official website of the British government (Gov.uk) or using the “UK ETA” app. The authorization allows you to carry out more entrances in the UK for a maximum period of six months e has a validity of two yearsexcept in advance expiry of the passport. The current cost of the Age is 10 pounds (approximately 12 euros), but the British government has already announced a future increase in 16 pounds.
The age that remains necessary both to obtain authorization and for entry into the country. Furthermore, it is not required for those who have a residence permit in the United Kingdom, a visa for study or work, British or Irish citizenship or the double British citizenship and another country.
What data are needed to request age
The goal of this measure, according to the British government, is strengthen borders control and prevent the entry of individuals who could constitute a threat to safety. The age follows the model already adopted by other countries such as the United States and Australia, which require an electronic authorization for entry into their territory.
To request the age it is necessary Provide passport data, an email address, a digital photography compliant with official standards and answer a series of questions. After the submission of the application, the outcome is generally communicated by Three working days. In case of refusal, the applicant can submit a new request or, if necessary, request a traditional visa.
At the moment the passengers who pass through the United Kingdom without exceeding border control They are exempt from the obligation of the Age, but this exemption could be revised in the future. Those who have to cross the customs checks during a stopover will have to obtain authorization before the trip.
