Who needs one
Visitors who don't need a visa, including US, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand, German, EU and Japanese passport holders. British and Irish citizens don't need one.
Every traveller needs an ETA, including babies and children.
Doing it for your whole group
You can apply for other people. Use the app if they're with you, or apply online with their passport and a photo of their face.
What you'll need for each person
- The passport you'll travel with
- A photo of the person's face
- An email address
- Card, Apple Pay or Google Pay
Who doesn't need one
- British and Irish citizens
- People with permission to live, work or study in the UK
Questions travellers ask
Do children need the UK ETA?
Every traveller needs an ETA, including babies and children.
Can one person do the UK ETA for the whole family?
You can apply for other people. Use the app if they're with you, or apply online with their passport and a photo of their face.
When should we do it?
You'll usually get a decision within a day, but it can take up to 3 working days.
What does it cost?
£20 per person, paid on the official site.
Official sources
Last checked 3 October 2026. Rules can change at short notice, so always confirm on the official site before you travel. WayReady is not a government agency.