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UK ETA for Greek citizens: cost, validity and how to apply

Greek citizens need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for short visits. It costs £20, lasts 2 years and allows stays of up to 6 months.

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This guide covers the official United Kingdom entry process for Greece passport holders: required documents, the application steps, and where our optional support fits in.

Greek citizens do not need a visa for short visits to the UK, but they must get an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travelling. Europeans have needed one since 2 April 2025.

Do Greek citizens need an ETA for the UK?

Yes. Greece is on the UK government's list of nationalities that need an ETA. With an ETA you can visit the UK, Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man for up to 6 months for tourism, family visits or other permitted activities. An ETA does not let you work.

Source: GOV.UK: Electronic Travel Authorisation.

Cost, validity and processing time

ItemOfficial details
Fee£20
Validity2 years or until your passport expires, whichever is sooner
Stay per visitUp to 6 months
DecisionUsually within a day, up to 3 working days

How to apply

  1. Apply on GOV.UK or in the official UK ETA app.
  2. Scan your passport and take a photo of your face.
  3. Answer the questions and pay £20.
  4. Wait for the decision email before you travel.

If you get a new passport, you need a new ETA.

How Kolay Seyahat can help

If you plan to work or study in the UK, or your ETA is refused, we can help you prepare the right visa application.

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Verified against official source: gov.uk · checked: 11 October 2026

Frequently asked questions

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do Greek citizens need a visa for the UK?
A: Not for short visits of up to 6 months, but they need an approved ETA before travelling.
Q: How much does the UK ETA cost?
A: £20, applied for online or in the official UK ETA app.
Q: How long is the ETA valid?
A: 2 years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.

What are the visa rules for London?

Visa rules do not change by city; the same conditions apply across United Kingdom: evisa / eta, including London and every other point of entry.

Other frequently visited cities: Edinburgh.

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PublishedOct 21, 2026
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