UK ETA

UK ETA

by Home Office

122 ratings
765 reviews
#20 in free Utilities
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✈️ Travel
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 23, 2023
  • May 28, 2026
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About

Apply for an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) to enter the UK. The process involves scanning your passport and face, answering questions, and paying a fee. Decisions are typically received by email within a day.

Apply for UK ETA
Scan passport chip
Facial scan for identity
Digital payment
Email decision notification
Secure application process
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What's New in UK ETA

2.36.880

May 28, 2026

Performance improvements

Charts

Top Free

📈 20+1

Utilities

This app rose +1 position in Utilities chart.

Last updated on July 19, 2026.

User reviews

Annoying

As multiple others have mentioned the fact that a Canadian, a member of the Commonwealth, has to pay for this in USD is beyond irritating.
Also 3 of our passports have chips and after trying a dozen times each on 2 of them I could not get the chip to scan. On the 3rd the chip scanned almost immediately so it wasn’t something I was doing wrong.
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Does not load

Does not load in China, presumably because of the Great Firewall, but also does not load on mobile data on US SIM card. Very disappointed.

Use the App vs. Computer

After reading the reviews, I tried applying for the ETA online. It was a mess. The app was quick and you’re able to apply for someone else as well. They must have made improvements because the app made the process easy.

Easier than people make it seem

The whole thing was extremely easy. Took me less than 5 minutes and was approved 2 minutes after submission. Highly recommend using this app if you can.

Less than 5 mins

Simple and took less than 5 mins.

Developer apps

User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Camera not working on certain devices

Bug

Inability to retake passport photo

Bug

Payment process issues causing app to freeze

Bug

Requested Features

3 requests

Account to track application status

Feature

Digital copy of ETA within the app

Feature

Support for multiple family members in one application

Feature

FAQ

What is the UK ETA app used for?

The UK ETA app is used to apply for an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) which is required for certain individuals to travel to the UK. The application process is designed to be quick and straightforward, allowing users to complete it in approximately 10 minutes.

How do I apply for a UK ETA using the app?

To apply, you will need to take a photo of your passport, scan the chip in your passport, scan your face, take a photo of yourself, answer a few questions, and pay the application fee. You will need an iPhone 8 or newer with iOS 16 or later, your passport, a payment method, and access to your emails.

How much does a UK ETA cost?

The application for a UK ETA requires a fee, which can be paid using a credit card, debit card, or Apple Pay. The exact cost is not specified in the description, but it is a required part of the application process.

What happens after I apply for a UK ETA?

After submitting your application, you will receive a decision by email from UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI), usually within a day, but allow up to 3 working days. The email will contain your 16-digit ETA reference number. You must wait for this confirmation before travelling to the UK.

Is the UK ETA app secure?

Yes, the app is designed to be safe and secure. No information is stored on the app or your phone after you close it. You can delete the app once your application is complete. For further information on online safety, you can visit the UK Cyber Aware website.