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Electronic Travel Authorisation launch on 25 October | RLegal

October 13, 2023 • rlegal

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    A reminder that ‘The Electronic Travel Authorisation’ (ETA) will be launched on 25 October – a major change to the UK’s immigration system for overseas nationals. The ETA will apply to those who do not require a visa and want to travel to the UK for up to 6 months, those transiting the UK, and individuals coming through the Creative Worker visa concession for up to 3 months.

    Nationals of Qatar will be the first to require an ETA followed by those from Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia on from 1 February. An ETA will cost £10, and applicants can apply online. Those impacted by this announcement can check on the Home Office website or airlines. The ETA will be rolled out to include nationals from all over the world.

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