Travel to Great Britain: From April 2025 it will be expensive and complicated!

Travel to Great Britain: From April 2025 it will be expensive and complicated!

From April 2, 2025, entry into Great Britain will become more complicated and more expensive for travelers from EU and EEA countries. According to OTS need an electronic travel permit, the ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization). This approval is only applied to and currently costs £ 10. Travelers should be careful that they use the official government page www.gov.uk, since other providers often demand higher fees.

The app for the ETA can simply be installed on a smartphone, which makes the application easier. After submitting the application, travelers can usually expect a decision within three working days. A positive approval allows several entry and is valid for two years. It is important that the ETA is linked to the applicant's passport; If the passport runs off, the validity of the ETA also expires. Applications can also be made via alternative devices if there is no smartphone.

travelers should exercise caution

The Chamber of Labor Upper Austria advises to use third -party providers, as they often have hidden costs and often have their headquarters outside the EU, which makes contact with problems. In addition, interested parties should note that an ID card cannot be used to enter the UK; A valid passport is imperative.

according to gov.uk must apply for all travelers, including babies and children. From April 9, 2025, the fee will increase to £ 16. No travel information is required when applying, but a valid pass copy, access to an email address and a means of payment must be provided.

government goal and security

The introduction of the ETA is part of a more comprehensive strategy of the British government, which aims to make the immigration system safer. Seema Malhotra, the Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, emphasizes that everyone is checked before entry to secure the country's borders. Last year, the ETA was brought in for nationals outside of Europe, such as those traveling from the USA, Canada and Australia. To date, almost 1.1 million visitors have already received an ETA, as in a report by GOV.UK

The ETA is not a visa, but represents a digital travel permit that enables a maximum length of stay of six months per visit. However, employment relationships or the reference to public funds during a stay in the United Kingdom are not permitted, as well as getting married or registration of a registered partnership without the corresponding approval.

With the upcoming introduction of these new regulations, travelers from the EU and the EEA are essential to find out about the requirements at an early stage in order to avoid unpleasant surprises when entering the Great Britain.