New travel requirements to the UK and Europe

Attention travelers: there are new requirements if you're planning a trip to the United Kingdom, and eventually to Europe. You'll have to apply for authorization.
The UK travel requirement is already in effect as of January 8. Travelers from the United States and many other countries need what's called an ETA to go to the United Kingdom. ETA stands for Electronic Travel Authorization.
#travel #consumer #fyp

[@Aeorocks]

For those who aren't aware, the US requires this for a majority of people coming from most of Europe and the UK.

[@lotusgrl444]

go figure that theyd do the same to us as payback

[@themayans7357]

That doesn’t make it right you should be free to travel unburdened wherever you want.

[@StarboundUK]

​@@themayans7357The US have been running their ESTA program for over 15 years now... And have collected the fingerprints of millions and millions of people just to enter the country...

[@robh7671]

No good for the boat people that is coming into the US & UK

[@jermanLuga]

It is not payback as the American ESTA system has been In place since January 2009.

[@kevanmccaffrey8513]

Just need a dinghy Small boat" Free entry to UK Free hotels and free spending money" No joke For real

[@zedtrek]

Piss off

[@jerryn9690]

Same for US

[@Sophia-cd6sk]

Really how??

[@fdr3170]

😅

[@luigicirelli2583]

@@Sophia-cd6sk find a coyote, follow its instructions

[@Sharkwave12]

Stupid how hundreds of years ago you could travel freely now it’s just a dystopian world we live in where money is everything and rights are lost.

[@ce1834]

Something the US has required of Europeans for years ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@wsson7177]

This!!!

[@SR-pr2xz]

And Australia

[@Sophia-cd6sk]

Exactly. I'm glad it has finally happened

[@starshine3588]

True….but something the UK and Europe isn’t requiring of certain people that just force their way into the countries. For them they don’t require anything….they don’t even properly vet them…and now there’s a lot more violent crimes taking place in those countries and it’s committed by those people they allowed to storm in. So that’s a little weird that these countries are requiring extra stuff from people just taking a vacation…while not requiring the same from ALL people.

[@Sophia-cd6sk]

@starshine3588 well tell those who started it. $15 every 2yrs is a lot, when our details are already in the system through biometrics

[@melissareece8656]

It "should" take up to 3 days to be approved. Let the bureacratic Cluster F begin!

[@JoieGirl]

Got mine in less than a day.

[@starshine3588]

Funny how they all require this for regular travelers but don’t require vetting or looking into people who just storm their way in…and those people are committing a lot of crimes in those countries…violent crimes…..yet regular travelers aren’t committing these same violent crimes. It’s weird how certain countries allow certain people to get away with horrible atrocities….while treating travelers on vacation as some kind of thing that should require extra permission.

[@floralcouture3763]

It’s not funny

[@lynnepostings]

Well said starshine !

[@Rustaic]

So stupid

[@moyosoredada3109]

This rhetoric is flawed as most immigration is through airports (people travelling in)

[@redadz9105]

The Israelis must be kicked out of Europe, and NOT let in again.

[@jaylamb477]

ETAs, Visa, Passports, Photo ID all required to enter the UK, unless you land on a beach as an illegal immigrant then, no documentation required and you receive, housing, heating and money from the taxpayers.

[@sahebullahraofi4538]

How about stopping wars in other countries or supporting or sell them weapons?

[@Mr91Jmay]

@@sahebullahraofi4538what war are in Albania and Vietnam (top 2 groups). Idiot

[@flickthenick]

You must be a bitter brit...😂

[@jaylamb477]

@@flickthenick no, just a fed up British taxpayer, feel free to contribute if you care so much 💵💵

[@jecqcastquint6948]

How about understanding why people immigrat to other countries & I dont mean spats travelling but people in danger of their lifes ? How about tried to educate yourself ? 🎉🎉

[@BoxingEnthusiasts]

Finally , I’m so happy to hear this as a Brit ! It’s only fair that we do the same to the US 🇺🇸 as they also will not allow brits without a ETA

[@tahj677]

What’s the point of an expiration date if your passport won’t be accepted if it expires within 6 months? 🤔🙄

[@daisyapontehavenmemoriestr8552]

Passport are for 10 years. And the reason it’s. Something happens that person can go back to their country without an expired passport. Anything can happens when you in other country. Happens to people before. So myself I apply 6 months before my passport expires for a new one. No way I am travel to other countries with a 6 months left in my passport. Not smart at all

[@visax8550]

I know. It’s completely stupid. Let passports be good up until the last day of expiration.

[@721rena]

​@@visax8550or more like 1 month prior it's really not wise to travel so close to your expiration date anything can happen and you can get stranded

[@Celtic_Amy]

As you are allowed to stay in the country for I believe six months and your passport expires in six months and then, when you are leaving, your passport is expired.

[@daisyapontehavenmemoriestr8552]

@ exactly AMY. Then you in big trouble because you stuck in that country. Some people don’t think. 😆 lol

[@johnnyfive1412]

From UK news... "Combined with the 451 people who crossed the Channel on Christmas Day, that brought the total since 1 January 2018 to 150,243."..... They are special people and are exempt from this visa requirement.

[@Runrunshaw100]

Stop complaining. 15 million illegals entered USA under Biden

[@NeygarzruinedAmerica]

But migrants go there for free

[@del-see-oh]

If you really want to avoid the $12 fly to Africa and then take a raft across the Mediterranean. That’s very cost effective. 🤡

[@lotusgrl444]

😂😂the irony

[@theancientsancients1769]

​@@lotusgrl444Migrants don't go there for free! Every country rich or poor gets illegal migrants. Americans often are so uneducated it's frustrating

[@BenAWS]

You mean Illegal migrants

[@juliemelbourne1338]

You forgot the word "illegal"!!

[@hey12542]

I remember when I booked my USA🇺🇸 tour of the west coast and then found out as a UK 🇬🇧 passport holder I had to apply for a ESTA, pay for it and wait for approval before I could travel. I got an email about a week later and all was good to go but I had absolutely no idea that America 🇺🇸 made non US passport holders do this, was totally fine with it though and understood why they would probably do it. Then I found out not only does the US🇺🇸 do it but Canada🇨🇦, Australia 🇦🇺 and New Zealand 🇳🇿 all have similar requirements with ETAs. But the UK 🇬🇧 until now has allowed passport holders from all these countries to just rock up with a passport use the eGates and roll in. To be fair as an English 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 person and a UK 🇬🇧 passport holder I am happy the UK 🇬🇧 ETA has rolled out and now checks are made on foreign passport holders coming here. I read an online newspaper this morning that said ETAs will NOT now be required for connecting flights. FYI I absolutely love San Diego and Sedona and the fligjt over the Grand Canyon was amazing 😍. Wasn't as keen on Los Angeles and going through Beverley Hills did absolutely nothing for me at all. Santa Barbara was nice too.

[@RamsesRises]

Americans like to dish out rules for other countries but don't like it when other countries apply the same rules to them.

[@rajengrewal25]

This is such a dumb answer. How many people do you know have left America because they hate it so much as to illegally stay in the UK? What rock do you live in? The whole world is trying to move into the US anyway they can, even prince Harry of the UK.😂

[@sierrahjmartinez6703]

Its the fact that they have open borders. Like in fine with whatever but like they should apply the same level of effort of restrictions or whatever to their borders.

[@Ginge1164]

This is exactly the same as anyone from the uk or Europe coming to the US. They need ESTA

[@trulymental7651]

I had to lie on mine 😂

[@STAYCOOL-ep6qy]

Since the 9/11 2001 attacks

[@trulymental7651]

@@STAYCOOL-ep6qy nah , they should let you see it before you get on the plane though, I didn't realise you couldn't go if you have mental health issues, ironic when you think about it 😂

[@ktng3176]

Come to SEA (southeast Asia), it's cheaper, visa free and no hassle. More importantly peoples are more friendly than you thought 😊

[@dicksplash9818]

Why go there!? WE have emough SE Asians here!!!

[@luigicirelli2583]

yes? but for how long still?

[@andyb2515]

Vietnam and Cambodia require visas

[@Alfredo-ky7lg]

@@andyb2515Easy to obtain online for about $25.00

[@FailedFlea93]

@@andyb2515What about Thailand?

[@stevvieb]

This is Unless you don't have a passport and just arrive by small boats to INVADE the UK then all restrictions are lifted and FREE stuff is thrown at you.

[@romystumpy1197]

That s the size of it,I visit countries to sight see and mostly the fauna and flora,people are the same all over the world

[@TheManCaveYTChannel]

Can you provide a link for the free stuff I can get?

[@Ismailajagne_10]

It’s better than creating wars and sending weapons to a third country for genocide

[@thelastninja4825]

Or just use a small boat from France, you will get free hotel and food on their tax payer expense.

[@likeitis9605]

You nailed it 😂😂😂

[@dredits6658]

You are 100% mislead sheep. Most of our immigrants come to our world class universities and VERY few im talking less than 1% come by small boat.

[@TheAllMightyGodofCod]

You need an ETA to get to France. Stupid advice.

[@thelastninja4825]

@@TheAllMightyGodofCod ahahaha, ETA my ass, France is full with illegals, ETA wont help you, stupido

[@TonyToma-u7f]

Yes...just as your parents did.....hahaha.....

[@josephpadula2283]

Those infant are a big securely risk ! Need those 12 dollars !

[@TheAllMightyGodofCod]

Sure, mate! As soon as you remove your $21 fee we must pay for the ESTA when we need to travel to the USA!

[@Pete-q3n]

Why the hell do you Chewsday tea people travel to 🇺🇸 after all the hatred you people have for North America

[@marilyndee969]

Hit the people who go through the front door and are legal. Get them for all they are worth. And the hundreds who are arriving by boat every day? No problem. No passport, no ID cards, no means of support. Welcome! Yeah, this makes a lot of sense.

[@SaraBlu]

Yeah totally. That’s probably why the US has been doing it for over a decade.

[@theancientsancients1769]

​@@SaraBluIllegal migrants are not unique to rainy cold windy dark UK trust me !

[@solostgen3862]

I live in Europe, I'm going to Africa for the sun and the scent of green, this year it's for Africa, Glory be to our father in heaven Jesus christ of Nazareth Amen Hallelulyah ❤🙏2025🏕🏜🏝🌎

[@Demeter1966Star]

I guarantee my home in the Appalachian mountains smells much better. Have fun with that.😅

[@Jaydyte]

⁠@@Demeter1966StarAppalachian mountain smell of exhaust pipe smoke and old gas pollutants washed out from the cities around it.

[@LiLisLounge]

Enjoy! I miss that wonderful earthy smell in Africa.

[@johhanwindsalor9478]

Odd... they require "authorization" for paying tourists... but if you're an *"ILLEGAL INVADER"* ... no worries mate; here's a flat in a posh neighborhood, a monthly stipend of >€6k... oh yeah, you'll also never be held to the same legal/moral standards as our own citizens!!!

[@likeitis9605]

You're 100% correct. Thank you for pointing that out 👍

[@dredits6658]

You are 100% mislead sheep. Most of our immigrants come to our world class universities and VERY few im talking less than 1% come by small boat

[@camero220]

WRONG: “here's a flat in a posh neighborhood” RIGHT: You cannot choose where you live. It’s unlikely you’ll get to live in London or south-east England. WRONG: “a monthly stipend of >€6k…” RIGHT: You’ll usually get £49.18 (per week) for each person in your household. This will help you pay for things you need like food, clothing and toiletries. WRONG: “you'll also never be held to the same legal/moral standards as our own citizens!!!” RIGHT: A foreign national is liable for deportation where they have been convicted of a criminal offence for which they have received a custodial sentence of at least 12 months.

[@camero220]

@@likeitis9605 Literally every sentence they wrote is wrong.

[@camero220]

WRONG: "here's a flat in a posh neighborhood" RIGHT: You cannot choose where you live. It's unlikely you'll get to live in London or south-east England. WRONG: "a monthly stipend of >€6k..." RIGHT: You'll usually get £49.18 (per week) for each person in your household. This will help you pay for things you need like food, clothing and toiletries. WRONG: "you'll also never be held to the same legal/moral standard as our own citizens!!!" RIGHT: A foreign national is liable for deportation where they have been convicted of a criminal offence for which they have received a custodial sentence of at least 12 months.

[@ardiffley-zipkin9539]

Good. I will stay home. I have traveled a lot and seen many countries. There is no place like home❤🇺🇸

[@femtosecond2752]

This doesnt include travellers in illegal small boats theyre free to enter

[@almac521]

We have had to use an ESTA for years to enter the USA

[@thegrimhand]

... Getting arrested in Britain for saying something benign on Facebook...😂😂😂

[@Godsmustbecrazi3]

Americans stop crying, we in the uk being applying for eta to America. Glad the uk playing the same game as the united state

[@StreetCornerFilmsAndTV]

Coming from a Nigerian 😅

[@Godsmustbecrazi3]

@ yes Nigerian with 2 other passports(🇬🇧 and 🇱🇺) so what has that got to do with u? E Dey pain your papa say u are not an achiever in life?

[@theancientsancients1769]

​@@StreetCornerFilmsAndTVIllegal migrants are not unique to rainy ☔🌧️ cold 🥶❄️ windy 🍃 🌑

[@bukton10]

​@@StreetCornerFilmsAndTVTypical American response. Just like you have Irish-Americans, like Biden, there Nigerian-British, like the head of the Tory party.

[@walata11]

​@@Godsmustbecrazi3You dey mind am

[@Honest-liars]

The world is changing and becoming more isolationist. Why? Geopolitical instability Human trafficking Drug trafficking Overstaying visas Terroisum

[@regijansen8218]

Boycot the agency nobody travel anymore!

[@xalspaero]

Alternatively you can just show up illegally, which is fine. Bonus points if you’re Muslim.

[@illuvatar5923]

Apparently one of the questions is is your visit "conducive to public good"? That's so Orwellian I don't even know what the correct answer is supposed to be

[@trentslater2000]

It's designed to make Americans feel stupid because the majority won't know the meaning of the word "conducive" from the top of their heads and would be forced to use google. Just another little jab at the recent uptic in America First mentality. That's just how I perceive it.

[@jaydee6440]

All you need to do to get in to the UK is to rock up on any beach in a dinghy, you don't even need money, accommodation, phone etc as all that will be provided to you

[@rosalynw.otieno1994]

These new requirements are designed to target specific groups of travelers.

[@1SeanPG]

But you can also get on a Dinghy in France and come here for free. We'll pick you up midway and give you free everything, food, housing, money, healthcare etc.

[@vienicestyles]

Me: Scratching travel to European countries in 2025 off of my list. I’ll save so much money now. Caribbean, African, Latin countries here I come! 😏 💃🏾 💃🏾 💃🏾

[@tsangdennis1953]

Nothing but a way to snatch revenue. When countries are poor, they need to do something.

[@dredits6658]

Well the U.S has done it for many years whilst the UK has been giving everyone entry for free

[@roamaroundgisg7362]

Tit for tat. The US asks too much money for Visa processing, and other documentation fees. So are u saying the US is too poor for requiring so much fees?

[@TheAllMightyGodofCod]

No, just levelling the play field. Europeans need an ETA to the USA, obviously the USA citizens need an ETA to Europe. Fair is fair.

[@Shlomo_Shekelstein]

@@roamaroundgisg7362no Americans are just greedy. We are going to treat them the same way they have been treating us.

[@JayAlba8]

So the US has to be one of the poorest countries on earth...

[@Mikeiike]

I’ll pass .I’m going to Morocco 🇲🇦.

[@ampgbvm8627]

Good. Keep track. Sick of all this chaos.

[@luigicirelli2583]

at least they don't do a social media scan first, for your leaning

[@kalMHe]

Thank you for the info!!

[@b2wme]

Ok. How to bankrupt European airlines? Mandate passengers with a layover to get EIA. Layman Passenger: Why to get through this nuisance. Lets fly by middle eastern airlines.

[@Runrunshaw100]

Too much hassle for one week trip. Gonna pass and spend my money in Vegas

[@shahidarshad7397]

It's not $12.00 , it's $13.00 + $99.00 agency fee , making it $112.00

[@Angel-j8e]

But if you travel on a boat with no passport, don’t know your age or name for free…

[@joelds1751]

Basically adding a visa in your passport to collect fees, not for security purposes.

[@glorialanders1842]

They will lose out big time - we won’t be travelling anywhere in Europe

[@catherinethemba]

😂😂😂after they let in millions.

[@StephenSavage-dd7dw]

This will have a few benefits, for the govt. This will be a cash grab. This will be useful to them when they roll out digital ID. This will work well with their planned social credit score, as you will be forced to enter your biometric data. Why does the UK sound more and more like China? 🇨🇳

[@flowers1-2-1]

If you come by dinghy from France there are NO RESTRICTIONS👍🏾 So, I suggest you fly into France and then come over by boat💯 I’m sure you can bring your suitcase with you💁🏾🇬🇧

[@amandarussack8591]

Just need a small boat and you can get in for free.....

[@mysticman9331]

More regulations and regulations. When will these governments stop with these things. Make traveling easy not cumbersome.

[@uphett2379]

New travel requirements but allow thousands of men to enter illegally.

[@annamarielewis7078]

They must really want to discourage visitors 👎🤯🤨

[@christian-normalloyd3285]

Haha thats what america does, So there, TIT FOR TAT

[@Sharylanne]

Restricting your movement, step one.

[@ryminsta]

You can always come by dinghy and once you arrive you'll be greeted with free gibz

[@danthomas6587]

I don't see why we'd need one for third world countries like England and France.

[@voicewithinthevoid]

Just use a rubber dinghy, say you are a muslim and you'll be fine.

[@themishmish101]

Go illegally through the border. No visa necessary. Welcome all.

[@iCANT_BELIEVE_YOU_SAID_THAT]

It's much easier to swim over there...illegally.

[@haggis4952]

Just come on a dingy ..no checks straight in

[@sailormathew1064]

nothing for boats 😅

[@jking-]

How much is all dis gonna cost???

[@pauloakes5718]

Pity the Uk can’t do this with the migrants

[@juliemelbourne1338]

"Won't", not "Can't"!!

[@solrex2504]

Well.. That's OK but make sure each and every person should apply including the ones whom want to enter illegally. They were accepted in the entire EU and now many countries are offering them up to 30k € to return and they refuse. While regular travelers like me, when we pay hotels, visas, fees, transport, taxes, food and have no intention to overstay but we are treat really bad. So this is kind of discrimination... Be equal with everyone including the illegal people.

[@wasabiginger6993]

Surveillance ramping up

[@feimohach]

Yeah the digital ID passport and credit points, no one wants to go to Europe

[@josephpadula2283]

3 days to approve ? I guess people can no longer do any last minute trips , miss funerals , sick or injured relatives etc

[@horus808]

Then better apply the ETA in advance since the validity is 2 yrs.

[@TheAllMightyGodofCod]

Welcome to the rest of the world. This has been like this for ages for people wanting to travel to the USA...

[@TJ-nq5nt]

​@@TheAllMightyGodofCod The people can stop this nonsense if they just don't travel to the uk. You affect the money the rule will go away.

[@theancientsancients1769]

​@@horus808That is a valid point for emergencies if you never have been to Europe or the 2 years expired it can be frustrating

[@mrparts]

Most will be approved in minutes but it can take three days. The US uses a similar system with European travelers.

[@Jokerjaxs]

Just come on the boat it’s free then you get a hotel and money .

[@anthonyorafferty5632]

ESTA is not available to British that have been on holiday to Caba

[@ElCaminoAngosto]

No mentions of what the requier for the ETA

[@IanMcFerran]

This violates the Human Rights Act. However, when has breaking international law ever stopped dictators before?

[@christian-normalloyd3285]

😂😂😂😂😂 tell that to America that asks for ESTA to the Europeans and UK and most countries. Tit for Tat

[@AfMirhaj]

UK citizens must get physical visas from now on to enter USA

[@lil_itchibut]

More reason not to travel in Europe

[@xa3558]

Remember people we help Europe we give them money and everything protect them from wars, we should help ourselves first🤞🙏

[@floralcouture3763]

Blatant grab

[@Jack_Jack9]

Do you apply for the ETA prior to booking your flight or do you book your flight first and then apply for the ETA?

[@OhArchie]

Note: you can arrive in either the UK or Europe without prior authorization, and even get free room and board, if you're willing to travel by dinghy.

[@Exposingthetruth.]

ETA $12, then you must wait 3 business days to get approved 🤔

[@novembercherry4]

Technically, you get approved in a few minutes or so… unless you have something going on in your background.

[@JayGnG]

so if they don't authorise you lose your money for the flight

[@yourgirlfriendguide-ks3vu]

It says online you can still travel while awaiting decision.

[@stewartanderson676]

Why???????

[@homeguardster]

Yay more taxes

[@Mrs.Laird1234]

So what's the purpose if you already have a valid passport?....

[@goyoy6433]

What's the definition of " a brief layover"? Someone flying from New york to Cairo via London must apply for this visa?🤔

[@Celtic_Amy]

$12 if it lasts two years is an excellent deal, I mean I go every year but according to my friends, Facebook travel group it’s taking three weeks to process not three business days.

[@debsishu]

Pretty sure there been a similar norm to enter US as well . What’s the big deal

[@awhi3765]

So they are treating Americans like they treat everyone else? Can’t even fly to the Caribbean if you have a layover in US. Americans just not getting special treatment anymore.

[@cemilekerim5154]

Yhsnk you for invitation 😂😂😂. I have better idea how spend my money 😂😂😂

[@SamSitar]

the EU requirements should cover the UK. in the same way California uses the American requirements.

[@CountyLaw]

Just don't go.

[@LeonardoD.Capuchino]

Is the USA also have similar requirements for Europeans travelers to USA?

[@BushmeatBill]

Yes, $21 for ETA

[@LeonardoD.Capuchino]

@@BushmeatBill ok thank you

[@professormcclaine5738]

Revenue raising scheme.

[@timothysmith160]

Or just turn up in a dinghy.

[@adriansmith7604]

Cost to travel rules expensive I won't be going

[@pavelow235]

Does the European Union know what a passport is? I mean c'mon !

[@TheAllMightyGodofCod]

Does the USA know what a passport is? I mean c'mon! FYI - since 2008 people need a $21 ESTA to travel to the USA. Consider yourself lucky that only now we started asking you for the same thing, a way less cost.

[@TraveLAttitudes]

@pavelow235 UK passport holders have had to pay for the ESTA when coming to the 🇺🇸 since 2008. I suppose the US had no idea what a passport meant 😅

[@TheAllMightyGodofCod]

@TraveLAttitudes and that pavelow guy doesn't either. If he did, he would know that a passport isn't a permit to enter/leave a country. It is just a means of identifying you at the border.

[@Ahuntsicspotter]

I'm a canadian passport holder I have to do ETA if I fly to South Africa 🇿🇦 via LHR with British Airways.

[@Spyhook]

And to think - just over 100 years ago you didn't even need a passport. How did they survive?!

[@fairedepeche]

I guess I will spend my money in Asia this year. 🙄

[@VitaTristis]

I remember watching Rick on PBS in 1990 when I was 9!

[@RB-jq6gh]

If you operate in the sub world there is no restrictions on you.

[@valeria-militiamessalina5672]

Have an EU nationality, it is easier whenever I return to continental Europe. ETAs are actually not hard to obtain or very expensive but still, having an EU passport as well is preferable when traveling between continents.

[@joe-id5pb]

Guess I won't be going to the UK any time soon.

[@jendrizzyy]

It’s terrible here, see it now while you can because it’s going downhill fast!