The United Kingdom will increase several visa and travel authorization fees starting April 8, 2026, affecting tourists, students, workers, and people applying for long-term settlement.
The fee changes apply to the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) as well as visitor visas, work visas, student visas, and settlement applications. Travelers who submit applications before the deadline will still pay the current rates.
The UK’s Electronic Travel Authorization system, introduced for visa-free travelers, will become more expensive.
Citizens from regions such as Europe, the United States, Canada, and Australia must obtain an ETA before entering the UK.
The fee changes are as follows:
The ETA remains valid for two years, allowing multiple visits during that period.
Short-term visitor visa fees will also increase across all categories.
New fees include:
These visas cover tourism, business travel, and family visits.
Applicants planning to work or study in the UK will also face higher fees.
The new rates apply whether applicants submit their requests from inside or outside the UK.
Long-term migrants applying for settlement will also see a fee increase.
This category allows eligible residents to live permanently in the UK.
Fees for British citizenship applications are also changing.
However, there is one reduction:
The decrease means families applying for children will pay less than before.
All new visa and travel authorization fees will take effect on April 8, 2026. Applications submitted before that date will be processed under the current fee structure.
For travelers, students, and workers planning to move to the UK, submitting applications early could help avoid the higher costs. As visa fees continue to rise, planning may reduce overall travel and immigration expenses.
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