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United Kingdom Visa For Japanese Citizens

Japanese citizens need an online travel authorization before flying to United Kingdom.

Online travel authorization needed before you fly

You Can Stay
6 months
Cost
£20
Time To Get It
Usually within a day, up to 3 working days
Valid For
2 years or until passport expires, multiple entry

Japanese citizens need a UK ETA (not a visa) for visits of up to 6 months. It costs £20; apply only on gov.uk or in the UK ETA app, and wait for the confirmation email before you travel.

Checked 13 Oct 2026 against the official page: gov.uk

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