An Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is advanced permission to travel to the UK. This can be applied for by nationals of certain countries.
The ETA is applied for before you travel to the UK. The ETA allows you visit the UK up to 6 months for tourism, visiting family and friends, attending your graduation ceremony or for short-term study, such as attending resit exams.
Whether you can apply for an ETA will depend on your nationality. Please click on the appropriate section below for details.