05/18/2026
The UK quietly became a country you have to apply to visit.
As of February 2026, Americans need an Electronic Travel Authorization before boarding any flight to Britain. No ETA, no boarding — airlines are enforcing it at the gate.
It costs £20, takes minutes to apply, and is valid for two years. Approval usually comes within minutes.
https://www.gov.uk/eta
Small details. The kind that don't feel important until you're at the check-in counter and planning on your own
This is exactly what I track so my clients don't have to think about it. If you have UK travel coming up — or you're curious about the Ted Lasso Tour relaunching in Spring 2027 — let's talk.
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