Travel Documents for LeShuttle

• Every passenger must have a valid passport.
• Your passport should have at least 6 months validity left for international travel and must be less than 10 years old. 
• Pets also need their own documentation to travel. 

 For British passport holders, there are rules about how long you can stay in the EU. Check the full details on the UK Government website.

• No visa needed for short visits to EU countries of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. This includes time spent across all the EU countries you visit. 
• For longer stays or trips for work or business, you may need a visa. 
• If your stay will exceed 6 months or doesn’t qualify for an ETA (see below), check if you need a visa on the GOV.UK website. 

If you hold a UK visa and have a Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) or Card (BRC), access your eVisa before you travel by visiting www.gov.uk/eVisa. Make sure your travel document is registered to your account.

An ETA is a digital travel permit required for short stays in the UK (up to 6 months) for purposes like tourism, visiting friends and family, business, or short-term studies. 
 
When do I need an ETA? 

• Starting 02 April 2025, European travellers to the UK will need an ETA, including children and babies. British and Irish passport holders, and some other exemptions,  do not need to apply. 
• If you’re travelling before 02 April 2025, you won’t need an ETA.

How long is it valid? 

• An ETA is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires, whichever comes first. 

 When can I apply? 

• Applications open on 05 March 2025. Apply before booking your trip, if possible. Most applications are processed within 3 days, but you may get a quicker decision.

How much does it cost?

• An ETA costs £10 per person and is electronically linked to your passport. 

Non-EU/non-UK Nationals?

• From 27 November 2024, all eligible non-European national visitors can apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) and will need one to travel to or transit through the UK from 8 January 2025.

For more information or to apply, visit the GOV.UK website. 

The EU is introducing the Entry/Exit System (EES), a new way to manage travel across EU borders. Visit the official EES website for updates. We’ll provide more information soon as we prepare for this change. 
 
Travel worry-free with LeShuttle by staying up-to-date with the latest travel requirements!