ETIAS vs ETA
ETIAS is for the European Schengen Zone, while ETA is the UK equivalent for travelers to the United Kingdom.
Region
- ETIAS (Europe)
- 30 European countries
- ETA (United Kingdom)
- United Kingdom
Fee
- ETIAS (Europe)
- €7
- ETA (United Kingdom)
- £10
Validity
- ETIAS (Europe)
- 3 years
- ETA (United Kingdom)
- 2 years
Maximum stay
- ETIAS (Europe)
- 90 days in 180
- ETA (United Kingdom)
- 6 months per visit
Launch date
- ETIAS (Europe)
- Q4 2026
- ETA (United Kingdom)
- 2024 (phased rollout)
Application method
- ETIAS (Europe)
- Online only
- ETA (United Kingdom)
- Online or app
| Feature | ETIAS (Europe) | ETA (United Kingdom) |
|---|---|---|
| Region | 30 European countries | United Kingdom |
| Fee | €7 | £10 |
| Validity | 3 years | 2 years |
| Maximum stay | 90 days in 180 | 6 months per visit |
| Launch date | Q4 2026 | 2024 (phased rollout) |
| Application method | Online only | Online or app |
Summary
The UK ETA launched before ETIAS. Travelers visiting both the UK and Europe will need separate authorizations for each.
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