Heathrow Faces Major Passenger Losses Due to New ETA Requirement

Starting April 2025, most foreign transit passengers at Heathrow must obtain a £10 Electronic Travel Authorisation, risking a drop of 4 million passengers annually.

• The ETA scheme mandates all non-British and non-Irish nationals to have online permission to transit through UK airports.
• Heathrow could lose up to 4 million transit passengers annually as travelers opt for other hubs without such requirements.
• The ETA costs £10 and is valid for multiple entries over two years or until the passport expires.
• Industry experts warn the policy could harm UK airlines and reduce the number of profitable air routes.
• Heathrow and the Home Office are in discussions to mitigate the economic impact of the new requirement.

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