Travel to the United Kingdom from 2 April 2025

Local news, 25.11.2024

Updated: 11.02.2025

What Swiss citizens need to know about the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA).

Travellers at the airport.
New rules for Swiss citizens travelling to the United Kingdom from 2 April 2025 © Gerd Altman via Pixabay

From 2 April 2025 Swiss citizens (including children and babies) who do not currently need a visa for short stays will need to have an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to travel to the United Kingdom.

Swiss citizens do not need an ETA if they

The ETA costs £10 and lasts up to two years, or until the holder’s passport expires, whichever is sooner.

Swiss citizens can start applying for an ETA from 5 March 2025.

Further information about the UK ETA, including who does not need one

What is an ETA

How to apply for a UK ETA