Requirements for Your UK ETA Application
To successfully submit your UK ETA application, please prepare the following:
Ensure the image of your passport meets these requirements:
- The full photo page must be clearly visible and readable
- No glare, reflections, or shadows on the page
- The image must be sharp and not blurry
- The entire passport page must be captured
Tip: Place your passport flat on a dark surface and take the photo in natural daylight to avoid glare.
Examples of How Your Photo Should (and Shouldn't) Look
To help you get it right the first time, here are visual examples of acceptable and unacceptable passport photos:
The entire passport page is visible, well-lit, and all text is clear and readable.
The image has shiny spots or reflections that make parts of the passport unreadable.
The photo is not sharp, making it difficult to read names, numbers, or document details.
This photo is used to confirm your identity. To ensure approval:
- Stand against a plain white wall
- No objects should be in the background
- Look directly at the camera with a neutral expression
- Your entire face must be visible – no sunglasses or hats
- The photo should be in color and well-lit
Tip: Use your phone’s timer or ask someone to take a steady, centered photo.
Examples of How Your Photo Should (and Shouldn't) Look
To help you get it right the first time, here are visual examples of acceptable and unacceptable photos:
IMPORTANT: Incomplete or low-quality images may delay your application or result in rejection. Please ensure your documents meet all requirements before submitting.
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Who Needs a UK ETA?
A UK ETA is required for travelers from the following countries and territories:
Andorra
Antigua and Barbuda
Argentina
Australia
Austria
The Bahamas
Bahrain
Barbados
Belgium
Belize
Botswana
Brazil
Brunei
Bulgaria
Canada
Chile
Costa Rica
Croatia
Cyprus
Czechia
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Grenada
Guatemala
Guyana
Hong Kong SAR
Hungary
Iceland
Italy
Israel
Japan
Kiribati
Kuwait
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Macao SAR
Luxembourg
Malaysia
Maldives
Malta
Marshall Islands
Mauritius
Mexico
Micronesia
Monaco
Nauru
Netherlands
New Zealand
Nicaragua
Norway
Oman
Palau
Panama
Papua New Guinea
Paraguay
Peru
Poland
Portugal
Qatar
Romania
Samoa
San Marino
Saudi Arabia
Seychelles
Singapore
Solomon Islands
South Korea
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
St Kitts and Nevis
St Lucia
St Vincent
Sweden
Switzerland
Tonga
Tuvalu
United Arab Emirates
United States
Uruguay
Vatican CityIf your country is listed above and you do not have a UK visa or residence permit, you must obtain an ETA before traveling.
Important Disclaimer
We are an independent authorized consulting company specializing in visa services for the United Kingdom. In cooperation with a certified immigration agent, we provide professional support with both ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) and Visitor Visa applications. While the permits themselves are issued solely by the UK government, we take care of everything else – document verification, application submission, and personal assistance – so your journey to the United Kingdom is hassle-free.
We offer extended services including data validation, expert consultations, visa application processing, and multilingual support. Our goal is to save you time, minimize the risk of errors, and ensure that your application fully complies with all official requirements.
Fees are non-refundable as the application process begins immediately after payment is received.
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