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UK Implements Mandatory Travel Authorization for EU Visitors

As of April 2, 2025, all non-UK and non-Irish travelers, including EU citizens, must secure a paid Electronic Travel Authorization before entering the UK.

L’ETA est obligatoire pour se rendre en Angleterre (ici Londres), mais aussi en Écosse, au Pays de Galles et en Irlande du Nord.
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Overview

  • The UK's Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system is now mandatory for all non-UK and non-Irish travelers, including EU citizens, starting April 2, 2025.
  • The ETA costs £10 (approximately €12) and will increase to £16 (approximately €19) on April 9, 2025, with a validity of two years for unlimited trips.
  • The application process, which takes less than 10 minutes, can be completed online or via the UK ETA app, with approvals typically granted within three days.
  • A transitional period with leniency for travelers without an ETA will last until September or October 2025, after which compliance will be strictly enforced.
  • The system aims to enhance border security by digitizing immigration processes, though concerns remain about its potential impact on tourism and economic competitiveness.