UK Visa & ETA for Britain — Apply for ETA UK Online
Need a visa for the UK, England, London or Britain? For Swedish citizens, short tourist trips don't require a traditional visa — instead, a UK ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) is required. We handle the entire process.
Since 2 April 2025, all Swedish travellers must have an approved ETA before entering the United Kingdom. We submit the application for you — fast, secure and digital.
⚡ You need an ETA, not a traditional visa
The UK left the Schengen Area after Brexit, and since 2 April 2025 it requires an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) from all Swedish citizens before entry. It's a digital travel authorisation linked to your passport — not a visa.
A UK ETA is valid for 2 years, allows multiple entries, and covers stays up to 6 months at a time (tourism, business meetings, short studies). For work, long-term studies or settlement you need a separate visa.
💡 Common confusion: searching for "visa to England" when an ETA is what's actually required. We help you choose the right option — get in touch if unsure.
What applies to Swedish citizens?
As a Swedish citizen you need a UK ETA for short tourist trips to England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. This applies to stays up to 6 months at a time — for tourism, family visits, business meetings or short courses.
The ETA application is digital and requires your passport, a recent photo and a few questions about your trip. Processing time is usually under 72 hours but can vary. We recommend applying well before your trip.
If you're from a country outside the EU/Schengen Area, or planning to work/study/live in the UK, different rules apply — typically a Standard Visitor Visa or work visa. Contact us and we'll help you choose the right one.
Visa types for the United Kingdom
Different options apply depending on the purpose and length of your trip. Here are the most common ones we help clients with.
UK ETA
Travel authorisation for Swedish citizens. Tourism, family visits, business meetings up to 6 months. Valid 2 years, multiple entries.
Standard Visitor Visa
For stays up to 6 months when ETA doesn't apply (citizens outside the visa-free list). Tourism, family visits, short courses, business.
Transit Visa
For travellers transiting through the UK to another country. Required in some cases depending on nationality and route.
Marriage Visitor Visa
For getting married or entering a civil partnership in the UK — without staying afterwards.
Short-term Study Visa
English courses and short studies between 6–11 months. For longer studies a Student Visa is required.
Other visa
Work visa, family reunification, Student Visa, Innovator Founder and more. Contact us for advice.
Passport validity — what applies for travel to the UK?
A common question: how long must a passport be valid for entry to the United Kingdom? The rules are simpler than many think — the UK does NOT have the same 6-month rule as Schengen countries.
Your passport needs to be valid for the duration of your stay — neither more nor less. If you arrive on 1 August and leave on 14 August, it's enough that your passport is valid up to 14 August.
Passport requirements for UK entry
- →Passport must be valid for the entire trip (no 6-month rule like in Schengen)
- →Must be a biometric passport (e-passport) to use automated e-gates
- →Emergency passports are accepted but may require manual border checks
- →For UK ETA: the passport you apply with MUST be the same passport you travel with — the ETA is linked to the passport number
- →Tip: renew your passport before applying for the ETA if it expires soon, otherwise you'll need to reapply
How to apply for a UK ETA via DOX
Order online
Choose UK ETA in our order portal and fill in travel dates and passport details. Takes under 5 minutes.
Upload passport + photo
Photograph the passport bio page and a recent face photo with your phone. We guide you through the requirements.
We review and submit
Our team reviews the details, fills in the UK Home Office portal for you and submits the application.
Decision within 72 hours
In most cases you'll get a response from UK authorities within 1–3 days. Express available for urgent travel.
ETA emailed to you
The approved ETA is digitally linked to your passport. You receive a confirmation by email — and can travel right away.
How long does it take?
Standard processing from UK Home Office is typically under 72 hours — often faster. We submit your application within 24 hours of receiving your details.
Urgent cases are prioritised. Contact us directly if your trip is within 48 hours — we'll do what we can.
Tip: apply at least a week before departure to be safe, even though it's usually faster.
Delivery times →How much does a UK ETA cost?
We handle the entire application — upload, review, submission and follow-up. You don't need to log into the Home Office portal yourself.
Prices include our processing and the UK government ETA fee (£16) which we pay to Home Office during the application.
Order nowSee prices →Travelling to London, Edinburgh or elsewhere in the UK?
The same ETA applies whether you're travelling to London, Manchester, Edinburgh or the countryside. Here are the most popular destinations among our clients.
London
England's capital. Big Ben, Tower of London, museums, theatre, shopping. ETA required for all tourist trips since 2025.
Edinburgh
Scotland's capital. Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, Festival Fringe in August. Same ETA as for England.
Manchester
The UK's cultural and industrial heart. Football, music, Northern Quarter. Easy reach from London by train.
Oxford & Cambridge
Classic university towns with medieval architecture. Popular day trips from London.
Bath
UNESCO World Heritage site with Roman baths and Georgian architecture. Ideal for a few days outside the big city.
Scottish Highlands
Loch Ness, Isle of Skye, nature reserves. Perfect for nature lovers. Many opt for car rental from Edinburgh or Inverness.
Live, work or study in the UK — which visa?
An ETA only covers visits up to 6 months at a time and grants no right to work or study long-term. If you're moving to, working in, or studying in the UK you'll need a separate visa from the Home Office. Here are the most common routes for Swedish citizens post-Brexit.
Skilled Worker Visa (Tier 2)
For job offers from a UK employer with a Home Office sponsor licence. Minimum salary (usually £38,700/year from 2024) and skill level RQF 3+ required. Valid up to 5 years, renewable and a route to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 years.
Student Visa
For studies longer than 11 months at a licensed UK school/university (CAS letter required). Allows part-time work (up to 20 h/week during term). Family members may join on a Dependent Visa in some cases.
Family Visa (Spouse / Partner)
For living with a British citizen or settled person. Requires proof of relationship, financial self-sufficiency (£29,000/year sponsor income) and English language ability. Valid 2.5 years at a time, leads to ILR after 5 years.
UK Ancestry Visa
Unique route for Commonwealth citizens with a grandparent born in the UK — doesn't apply to Swedes directly, but relevant for Swedes with dual citizenship (e.g. British/Australian). 5 years, leads to ILR.
High Potential Individual (HPI)
For recent graduates (within 5 years) from selected global top-50 universities. No sponsor required. Valid 2 years (3 for PhDs). A good bridge if you want to job-hunt in the UK without already being employed.
Innovator Founder Visa
For entrepreneurs with an innovative, scalable business idea approved by an endorsing body. No minimum investment requirement (since 2023). Valid 3 years, leads to ILR after 3 years on meeting milestones.
Want to know which visa fits your situation? Describe your plan in a free quote request — we'll point out the right route and handle the application end-to-end.
Get long-stay visa advice →Common questions about UK visa & ETA
Do I need a visa for England as a Swedish citizen?
What's the difference between UK ETA and a UK visa?
How long does it take to get a UK ETA?
How long must my passport be valid for entry to England?
How much does a UK ETA cost?
Can I use the same ETA multiple times?
What happens if my passport expires before the ETA?
Do children also need a UK ETA?
What is "ETA time"? When do I get a response?
Which non-Schengen countries also require travel authorisation or a visa?
Ready to apply for a UK ETA?
We handle the entire process — you only need to upload passport and photo. Fast, secure, and hassle-free.