UK ETA
Who can applyFind out if you need an ETA to travel to the UK at: https://www.gov.uk/electronic-travel-authorisation.
How to apply on the UK ETA app1.
Take a photo of your passport.2.
Scan the chip in your passport.3.
Scan your face.4.
Take a photo of yourself.5.
Answer some questions about yourself.6.
Pay for your application.It should only take 10 minutes to apply.You do not need to enter your travel details.Before you startTo apply you will need:• Android 12 and above• NFC (Near-Field Communication) so the app can scan your passport – if you can use your phone to pay for things using contactless, this means it has NFC • the passport you will use to travel to the UK• a credit card, debit card or Apple Pay• access to your emailsIf you're applying for someone else they must be with you.
If they are not, you should apply online at: https://www.gov.uk/electronic-travel-authorisation.After you applyYou’ll get a decision by email from UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI), usually within a day.
Allow up to 3 working days (Monday to Friday) to get a decision, but it may arrive much sooner.The email will contain your 16 digit ETA reference number.You must wait until you get an email confirming you have an ETA before you travel to the UK.If you have not received a decision after 3 working days, check your spam or junk email folder before contacting UKVI.You may get decisions at different times to other people you applied for.Your ETA will be linked to the passport you applied with.
You only need to show your passport when you travel to the UK.Privacy and securityThe app is safe and secure.
No information is stored on the app or your phone after you close it.
You can delete the app after you have completed your application.For information on staying safe online visit the UK Cyber Aware website: https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/cyberaware/homeAccessibilityYou can read our accessibility statement at: https://confirm-your-identity.homeoffice.gov.uk/register/eta-app-accessibility
About UK ETA
- Package name (App ID)
- uk.gov.HomeOffice.ho3
- Available on
- Google Play
- Price
- Free
- Developer
- UK Visas and Immigration
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The safest way to get UK ETA (uk.gov.HomeOffice.ho3) on your Android device is to install it directly from Google Play — you'll always get the latest official version, automatic updates, and no risk of modified or infected APK files from third-party sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is UK ETA free?
Yes, UK ETA is free to download and install on Android through Google Play.
How do I install UK ETA on Android?
Open Google Play on your Android phone or tablet, search for UK ETA by UK Visas and Immigration or tap the Google Play button on this page, then tap Install. The app downloads and installs automatically.
What is uk.gov.HomeOffice.ho3?
uk.gov.HomeOffice.ho3 is the App ID (package name) of UK ETA on Google Play. Every Android app has a unique package name, and it is the safest way to verify you are installing the official app.
Is UK ETA safe to download?
Installing UK ETA from Google Play is the safest option: you get the official version published by UK Visas and Immigration, verified by Google Play Protect, with automatic updates. Avoid APK files from unofficial third-party sites.
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