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Starting January 8, 2025, U.S. citizens traveling to the UK for tourism, business, or short-term study (6 months or less) will need an ETA.
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The ETA is valid for two years or until the passport expires
Visa for United Kingdom
Also known as: Britain
Also responsible for handling Visas for Gibraltar, Scotland, and Wales
Tourist
United Kingdom Tourist Visa for US Citizens | REQUIRED
United Kingdom Tourist Visa for Non-US Citizens | REQUIRED
Please contact our office for further information
Business
United Kingdom Business Visa for US Citizens | REQUIRED
Apply for UK ETA Business Visa
United Kingdom Business Visa for Non-US Citizens | REQUIRED
Please contact our office for further information
Official/Diplomatic
United Kingdom Official or Diplomatic Visa for US Citizens | NOT REQUIRED
No Visa is required for a stay up to 180 days.
Transit
United Kingdom Transit Visa for US Citizens | NOT REQUIRED
No Visa is required for transit.
United Kingdom Transit Visa for Non-US Citizens | REQUIRED
Please contact our office for further information
Embassy of the United Kingdom
3100 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20008
United States of America
Telephone: 202-588-6500, 202-588-7800, 202-588-7830
Fax: 202-588-7870, 202-58807850
E-mail: britishembassyenquiries@gmail.com
Web: www.gov.uk/government/world/organisations/british-embassy-washington