UK ETA outage disrupts travel: what you should do now
The U.K.'s electronic travel authorization (ETA) system is experiencing ongoing outages, delaying approvals for some travelers and potentially blocking boarding on flights, trains, and ferries. If you’re traveling to the U.K., check your ETA status now, apply well in advance (at least three days before departure), and monitor updates, since carriers must verify ETA approval. The ETA costs £20, is valid for two years, and allows multiple visits of up to six months each; expect continued updates as authorities resolve the issue.