Do you need an ETA to visit London?
London is part of the United Kingdom. The applicable ETA rules are the UK rules, whatever transport you use.
Information checked against official GOV.UK resources.
Is an ETA required for London?
Many visa-exempt travellers, including French citizens, need an ETA for a short visit to London, subject to exemptions based on nationality or immigration status.
The ETA covers travel to the whole UK: there is no separate London authorisation.
Plane, Eurostar or ferry: does transport change the rule?
The ETA principle depends on your circumstances, not transport. Someone subject to it must have the required authorisation whether arriving by plane, train or sea.
Before departure, check that your ETA is linked to the passport you will travel with.
When should you prepare the application?
Decisions often arrive quickly, but the UK government recommends allowing sufficient time before travel. Some applications need additional checks.
Prepare the travel passport, an email address and the required photo.
London has no separate ETA scheme: UK rules apply.
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Still need to apply for your ETA? Gather your passport and photo, then start your application. Our team checks your information before submission; the decision rests with the UK authorities.
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