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UK Requires ETA for Visitors from 85 Countries Starting 2026

11/25/2025

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Starting February 25, 2026, visitors from 85 countries, including the European Union (EU), the United States, and Canada, will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the United Kingdom.
The ETA is a digital permit for short stays, allowing up to six months for tourism or family visits.
Since October 2023, the rollout has issued over 13.3 million ETAs.

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Starting February 25, 2026, visitors from 85 countries, including the European Union (EU), the United States, and Canada, will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the United Kingdom.
The ETA is a digital permit for short stays, allowing up to six months for tourism or family visits.
Since October 2023, the rollout has issued over 13.3 million ETAs.