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The ETA must be obtained in advance and is electronically linked to the traveler’s passport, ensuring compliance with UK entry requirements.  \nMost students, staff, and faculty will be required to apply for the ETA. The ETA is not a visa ; it is a digital authorization that grants eligible travelers permission to enter the UK for short-term stays without going through the full visitor visa application process.  \nFailure to obtain a required UK Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) will result in being denied boarding for your flight to the United Kingdom. To avoid any travel complications, it is crucial to review this packet carefully and ensure all requirements are met before your departure.  \nWho is Required to Apply for the ETA?  \nU.S. Passport Holders  \nEffective January 8, 2025, all U.S. passport holders must have a valid UK Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before boarding their means of transportation to the United Kingdom, unless they have been issued a visa (e.g., student visa, work visa, etc.) .  \nNon-U.S. Passport Holders  \nClick the link above to determine whether you need to apply for an ETA or a standard visitor visa. If you find that an ETA is necessary, the following guidance will be relevant to you. For FSU students, faculty, or staff who require a standard visitor visa for IP-related programs or visits, please reach out via email to [IP-Visas@fsu.edu](IP-Visas@fsu.edu) for further guidance.  \nCheck if you need an ETA  \nBritish or Irish Passport Holders (Including Dual Citizens)  \nStudents holding valid passports from the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland are not required to obtain an ETA ora Standard Visitor visa. If this applies to you, you must present your British or Irish passport both to the airline gate agent when boarding your flight to the UK and at UK passport control upon arrival.  \nTraveling as a Dual Citizen  \nCan’t remember if you already have an ETA? Use UKVI’s Check your electronic travel authorisation tool.  \nWhen Do You Need an ETA vs. a Student Visa?  \nYou’ll need an ETA if...  \n you are participating in a short-term study abroad program in the UK lasting six months or less  \n you are a faculty member leading or accompanying students on a short-term UK study abroad program lasting six months or less  \n you are traveling to the UK for tourism for up to six months  \n you are traveling to the UK for business purposes for up to six months  \n you are transiting through a UK airport, even if the UK is not your final study abroad destination  \nYou’ll need a student visa if...  \n you are participating in a long-term study abroad program in the UK lasting six months or longer  \n you are participating in a UK-based internship, even if the internship lasts less than six months  \nIf you require a student-route visa, this guidance is not for you.  \nReference your program-specific guidance in your  \n IP Student Portal   \nBefore Getting Started  \nWhat you need to apply  \n Your passport  \n A smartphone  \n Credit or Debit Card  \nFees   \n The application fee is £20.  \n For students, this fee is not included in the program cost and must be paid out-of-pocket.  \n For faculty, this fee is non-reimbursable.  \nAdditional Travelers   \n All travelers, including children and family members, must apply for their own ETA if traveling with you.  \nPassport Requirements   \n You must have a valid passport book before beginning the ETA application.  \n Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your departure from the United Kingdom.  \n Passport cards cannot be used to apply for an ETA.  \nTiming, Processing, and Validity   \n You may submit your ETA application at any time; there is no limit on how far in advance you ","cbCaig8ELQzXbdUO","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaig8ELQzXbdUO","pdf",3290333,"English","# What is the UK Electronic Travel Authorization (UK ETA)?\n## Who is Required to Apply for the ETA?\n# When Do You Need an ETA vs. a Student Visa?\n## What you need to apply\n## Fees\n## Additional Travelers\n## Passport Requirements\n## Timing, Processing, and Validity\n# Step One: Download the App\n## Web Application\n# Step Two: Getting Started\n# Step Three: Take a photo of your passport","[{\"question\":\"What is the UK ETA, and how is it used for travel to the UK?\",\"answer\":\"The UK Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) is a digital authorization required for certain travelers transiting through or entering the UK. 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