TravelVisaRules

United States visa for British citizens

British citizens need an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to United States.

ETA required Confidence: medium — Likely current — confirm details with the official source Last verified: (2 days ago)
Status
ETA required
Max stay
90 days
Official cost
40.27 USD
Before departure
Apply online before you fly

Cost note

ESTA fee. The official ESTA site currently shows a total fee of about USD 40.27.

What you need

  • biometric (e-passport) valid for at least 6 months after departure
  • approved ESTA before boarding
  • return or onward ticket

Official source

https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/

Use the government route and fee only. Avoid lookalike agent sites that add markups or mimic official portals.

Why this verdict

British citizens have travelled visa-free to the US under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) since 1988. An approved ESTA is required before boarding any air or sea carrier to the US. ESTA is valid for 2 years or until passport expiry, whichever comes first. Each stay is limited to 90 days for tourism or business.

Frequently asked questions

Do British citizens need a visa for United States?
British citizens need an ETA (electronic travel authorisation) before travelling to United States. (ETA required.)
How long can British passport holders stay in United States?
Up to 90 days.
How much does the United States entry cost for British citizens?
The official fee is 40.27 USD. This page tracks the official government fee only, not agent markup.

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