New travel authorisation required for New Zealanders visiting the UK

Thursday 9 January 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Thu 9 Jan 2025, 10:17am

New Zealanders travelling to or through the United Kingdom must now obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). The authorisation costs £10 and is valid for two years, permitting multiple entries for stays of up to six months. This requirement applies to all travellers except British and Irish citizens.

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1. RNZThu 9 Jan 2025, 5:27am

   Travelling through the UK? You might need to apply for this before you leave (opens in new tab)

2. 1News via RNZThu 9 Jan 2025, 9:30am

   Travelling through the UK? You might need to apply for this before departing (opens in new tab)

3. Otago Daily TimesThu 9 Jan 2025, 10:17am

   New requirement for Kiwis visiting the UK (opens in new tab)