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UK Introduces £10 ETA for European Travelers Starting April

4/1/2025

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Travelers Face ETA Requirement

Beginning April 2, 2025, European travelers to the UK will need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) priced at £10, increasing to £16 after April 9. This essential travel document, valid for short stays, can be easily obtained through a mobile app or online, with approvals usually granted within three days.

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Travelers Brace for Visa Hike

Beginning April 1, 2025, Indian travelers will feel the pinch as visa fees soar— the Standard Visitor visa will jump from £115 to £127, with long-term options also increasing. Additionally, the UK's Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) fee will rise from £10 to £16, broadening its reach to more nations. Expect online applications to be processed in about three days.

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Travelers Face ETA Requirement

Beginning April 2, 2025, European travelers to the UK will need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) priced at £10, increasing to £16 after April 9. This essential travel document, valid for short stays, can be easily obtained through a mobile app or online, with approvals usually granted within three days.

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