International travellers will soon need to complete pre-arrival digital authorisation to enter the UK and EU countries, as both regions implement new border control systems.World

Holiday makers face new digital hurdle for UK, EU travel from 2025

International travellers will soon need to complete pre-arrival digital authorisation to enter the UK and EU countries, as both regions implement new border control systems.

From January 8, 2025, the UK will require visitors from countries including the US, Canada and Australia to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before arrival. The scheme will extend to EU nationals from April 2, 2025, though UK and Irish citizens and valid visa holders will be exempt.

The UK ETA will cost £10 and typically process within hours, though it may take up to three business days. Once approved, it allows multiple entries for up to six months over a two-year period or until passport expiry.

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