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Find more info about how to answer each question below:

Select your nationality from the dropdown list. This information is used to determine the visa requirements and applicable fees.

Select the type of visa you're applying for. The various types include different durations and entry types. Make sure to choose the one that matches your travel plans.

Please select the date you will be arriving at your destination. This date will help us determine the validity period of your visa.

Enter your first name and middle name exactly as they appear in your passport, using letters A-Z.

Enter your last name exactly as it appears in your passport, using letters A-Z. If you don't have a last name, enter "N/A."

Select your date of birth from the dropdown menus. Make sure this matches the date of birth listed in your passport.

Enter your email address. We'll use this to send you updates about your application. You won't be enrolled in any promotional messages unless you click the checkbox below.

Select the nationality as it appears on your passport. This must match the nationality on the passport you're using for this application.

Check this box if you want to skip entering your passport information at this moment. You'll need to provide this information later to complete your application.

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Processing Times

Standardized processing. No "priority" upsells — every application goes through the same pipeline.

Stage Typical Duration Notes
Form Completion ~10 minutes Depends on having documents ready
Application Submission Immediate After form completion and payment
Our Internal Review Within 1 hour Basic validation before forwarding
Processing by UK Authorities Up to 3 working days Government processing — outside our control
ETA Delivery Via email Sent to registered email address

What Affects Processing Time

The UK Government controls the processing timeline. We submit your application — they decide how long it takes. Factors that may affect duration:

  • • Peak travel seasons — higher volumes may increase processing time
  • • Incomplete information — errors or missing data can cause delays
  • • Additional security checks — some applications are flagged for extra review
  • • Public holidays — UK Government offices do not process during bank holidays

About "Express" Processing

Some agencies charge extra for "express" or "priority" processing. Here is the math:

Claim Reality
"Express" processing All applications go through the same UK Government pipeline. No third-party can accelerate it.
"Priority" review The UK Home Office does not offer priority lanes for ETA applications.
"Guaranteed" timeline No one can guarantee a government processing timeline. Anyone who does is misleading you.

We do not charge for something that does not exist. Your application is processed at the same speed regardless of what you pay us.

Tracking Your Application

You will receive email notifications at each stage. You can also log in to your account to check real-time status. Status codes are explained on our Track Status page.

Recommendation

Apply at least 1 week before your planned departure. The UK Government sets the processing timeline — no third-party service can accelerate it. During peak seasons (summer, holidays), consider applying 2 weeks in advance.