# From April 8, 2026, the fee for a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation will rise from £16 (Rs 1,971 approx) to £20 (.

*business · news · 2026-04-08 · Business Today*

## Key points

- The UK ETA fee will increase from £16 to £20 starting April 8, 2026.
- From February 25, 2026, nationals from 85 visa-exempt countries must obtain an ETA before travel.
- British dual nationals must present a British passport or Certificate of Entitlement, not just a foreign passport.
- Indian travellers now need both a UK visa and an ETA for visits up to six months.

**Countries:** United Kingdom, India, United States, Canada, France

[Read the full story on Business Today](https://www.businesstoday.in/nri/visa/story/travelling-to-uk-gets-costlier-eta-fee-jumps-above-rs-2400-from-april-8-what-indians-must-know-524450-2026-04-08)

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