General · 25 February 2026
Visitors from 85 countries must get digital travel permit
From 25 February, travellers from nations like the US and Australia require electronic permission to enter Britain. This £16 pass covers multiple trips for tourism or business lasting up to six months within a two-year window. While British and Irish citizens remain exempt, dual nationals face challenges and may now require a UK passport. The government advises submitting applications through their official app three days before flying.
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