November 27, 2024
Starting January 8, 2025, all Canadian and U.S. citizens will need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to travel to or through the United Kingdom.
The same requirement will come into effect for European Union (EU) citizens starting April 2, 2025.
Travellers will need to apply online at least three days before departure. The application costs £10 GBP per person. Once approved, the eTA is valid for two years.
Key dates:
- November 27, 2024: Canadian and U.S. citizens can apply for an eTA online for travel beginning January 8, 2025.
- January 5, 2025: EU country citizens can apply for an eTA online for travel beginning April 2, 2025.
To check when you can apply based on your country of residence, visit the U.K. government website.