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Heathrow Scraps ETA for International Transit Passengers

1/17/2025

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International transit passengers at Heathrow Airport can now breathe easier as the UK government has scrapped the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) requirement. This move, influenced by industry feedback, aims to keep travelers from flocking to competing European airports. However, the ETA will still be necessary for other travelers, including EU citizens by April 2025.

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Story summary

International transit passengers at Heathrow Airport can now breathe easier as the UK government has scrapped the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) requirement. This move, influenced by industry feedback, aims to keep travelers from flocking to competing European airports. However, the ETA will still be necessary for other travelers, including EU citizens by April 2025.