The UK’s new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme is now open
The UK’s new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme is now open
In March 2023, the Home Office announced that people travelling to the UK without a visa will soon need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).
In June 2023, the Home Office announced the ETA will cost £10 per applicant. The ETA will permit multiple journeys and be valid for two years or until the holder’s passport expires – whichever is sooner.
The ETA scheme will be implemented in a phased manner, over the next two years.
From 15 November 2023, nationals of Qatar can apply for an ETA to travel to the UK.
ETAs will replace the Electronic Visa Waiver scheme for Qatari nationals.
From 1 February, nationals of Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia can apply for an ETA to travel to the UK on or after 22 February 2024.
Further details of who will require an ETA, which countries will be rolled out next, how to apply, and other information is available on Gov.uk.
The Home Office is hosting a series of sector events on the ETA scheme. Events are open to all who wish to attend any session. See below for sector event times.
Home Office ETA Webinars
The Home Office is hosting a series of sector events on the ETA scheme. Events are open to all who wish to attend and free of charge. See below for sector event times.
| Date | Time | Event | Eventbrite link to register to attend | Slido Link to ask questions | Microsoft Teams invite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 February 2024 | 11:00-12:00 GMT | ETA Information Event | Eventbrite | Slido #6155799 | Teams invite 13 February |
| 22 February 2024 | 14:00-15:00 GMT | ETA Information Event | Eventbrite | Slido #3401867 | Teams invite 22 February |
| 12 March 2024 | 11:00-12:00 GMT | ETA Information Event | Eventbrite | Slido #3855350 | Teams invite 12 March |
| 28 March 2024 | 14:00-15:00 GMT | ETA Information Event | Eventbrite | Slido #3878814 | Teams Invite 28 March |
The Home Office is also running webinars focused on the ETA roll-out in the GCC and Jordan. These webinars are open to all and free to attend.
| Date | Time | Event | Eventbrite link to register to attend | Slido Link to ask questions | Microsoft Teams invite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 February 2024 | 08:30-09:30 GMT | GCC and Jordan ETA Information Event | Eventbrite | Slido #1825691 | Teams invite 5 February |
| 15 February 2024 | 10:00-11:00 GMT | GCC and Jordan ETA Information Event | Eventbrite | Slido #8430851 | Teams invite 15 February |
| 20 February 2024 | 11:00-12:00 GMT | GCC and Jordan ETA Information Event | Eventbrite | Slido #8363176 | Teams invite 20 February |
