Visa requirements

Do American citizens need a visa for UK?

Travel authorisation (eTA) required
eTA required · 6 months

American citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (eTA) before travelling to UK for up to 6 months. It's not a full visa — you apply online in minutes.

Max stay
6 months
Fee
GBP £10
Processing
Up to 3 business days
What you need
  • Valid passport
  • Email address
  • Credit card for GBP £10
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Visa rules change often. Always confirm the current requirements on UK's own government visa authority before you book.

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Who needs a visa for UK?
Canadian citizens British citizens Australian citizens Indian citizens German citizens French citizens Filipino citizens Chinese citizens Brazilian citizens Nigerian citizens

Visa rules change frequently and this page is a guide, not legal advice — always confirm current requirements with the official UK embassy or consulate before booking travel. Our visa data is reviewed quarterly: last reviewed July 2026, next review September 2026.