Visas and immigration Apply to visit, work, study, settle or seek asylum in the UK

Check if you need a UK Visa, electronic travel authorisation (ETA) or get access to an eVisa to prove your immigration status if you’re not a British citizen or Irish national

Apply for an ETA to come to the UK if you’re a tourist, visiting family or for certain other reasons for up to 6 months. It costs £16. Find out if you need an ETA or a visa instead.

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