Bajans need ETA for travel to UK from January 8

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade is reminding Barbadians that the United Kingdom (UK) Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme globally takes effect from Wednesday, January 8.

Barbadian nationals will therefore be required to apply for the ETA online or via the UK ETA App.

The ETA is linked to the passport used in the application and is valid for multiple trips to the UK over two years. If persons acquire a new passport, they will need to get a new ETA. The application fee is £10, and applicants will receive an email confirmation within three working days or sooner.

While an ETA permits individuals to travel to the UK, it does not grant them entry. So, they will still need to go through passport control at the border to enter the UK.

Everyone travelling or transiting the United Kingdom needs to get an ETA, including babies and children. Applications can be made for other people. However, refunds will not be granted after applications have been submitted.

To apply for the ETA and for further details, persons may visit https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta.

The UK ETA does not apply to countries whose nationals require a visa to enter the UK. In addition, it cannot be used for travel to the UK for the purpose of work, study, or residence.

(BGIS)