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UK Reports 25.1 Million ETAs Issued, Led by European Travellers

The United Kingdom has issued 25.1 million Electronic Travel Authorisations over a year, with European nationals the largest group.

The UK's Electronic Travel Authorisation applies to visitors who do not require a visa and is applied for through GOV.UK or the official app.

Published figures put issuance at 25.1 million over a year, with European nationals accounting for the largest share.

Figures at this scale make the ETA one of the largest digital entry systems in operation. EntryCheck lists gov.uk/eta as the verified official route and verifies it daily.

Verified entry info for United Kingdom

If you're travelling to United Kingdom and need an eVisa or eTA, apply through the official government portal by visiting its profile on EntryCheck:

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