The UK is introducing a new travel authorization system for some travelers who do not need a visa to enter the country. This system is called an ETA, and it will allow travelers to apply for permission to travel to the UK online. The ETA will be linked to the traveler’s passport, and it will be valid for up to 6 months.
The ETA will be required for travelers from certain countries who are visiting the UK for tourism, visiting family and friends, business, study, or transit. The specific countries that will require an ETA will be announced later.
Travelers with British or Irish passports, or those who have permission to live, work, or study in the UK or a valid UK visa, will not need an ETA. Additionally, residents of Ireland who are not Irish citizens may not need an ETA under certain conditions.
The ETA system is expected to be introduced in 2023, and it is designed to make it easier and more efficient for travelers to enter the UK.