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UK ETA Requirements for Brazil Citizens

Everything Brazilian travellers need to visit or transit the UK with an ETA in 2025.

Do Brazil citizens need a UK ETA?

Citizens of Brazil will soon be required to obtain a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travelling for short stays or transit. The ETA is an online pre‑travel check linked to your passport.

  • Fee

    £16 per application, payable online.

  • Validity

    Up to 2 years or until passport expiry.

  • Stay & entries

    Multiple short visits, up to 6 months each.

  • Processing time

    Typically within 1–3 working days.

Eligibility Overview

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Requirements for Brazil applicants

  • Valid Brazilian biometric passport

    Use the same passport as in application.

  • Digital photo meeting standards

    Plain background, neutral expression, no glare.

  • Email address

    Receive confirmations and decisions.

  • Payment method

    Pay online with card or mobile wallet.

Full Requirements

Photo & Passport Rules

What Brazil nationals can do on an ETA

Allowed (examples)Not allowed
Tourism, visiting family/friends, attending events, short study (≤ 6 months).Working, self-employment, long-term residence or study.
Business visits, conferences, contract meetings.Paid internships or roles outside visitor parameters.
Airport transit (airside) or brief educational courses.Staying beyond visitor period or engaging in unauthorized activities.

For work, long-term study, or residence plans, apply for a visa rather than using ETA.

How to apply (for Brazil citizens)

  • Start application online

    Input personal and passport data.

  • Upload compliant photo

    Ensure it meets UK ETA photo rules.

  • Pay the ETA fee

    Use supported payment methods.

  • Submit & await decision

    You’ll receive email notification—most within 1–3 working days.

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