Purposes and Limitations of the UK eTA
The UK eTA allows the following purposes:
- Tourism: For exploring malls and other tourist sites in the UK
- Visiting family or friends: Attending a friend's birthday or going to meet your family or relatives in the UK
- Business Visit: You can attend business events, but you must not engage in any paid activities
- Study Course: Enrolling in any educational short-term course
- Transit: For passing through the UK on your way to another country
Limitation
The travellers from Cyprus must not do the following activities with their UK eTA
❌ Government Protest: Travellers from Cyprus are advised not to participate in any political rally in the UK
❌ Permanent Job Contract: The UK eTA does not permit permanent work; your employer must sponsor the appropriate work visa
❌ Long Stay: The citizens of Cyprus cannot stay beyond their UK eTA stay validity
❌ No Extended Study: For a long-term study, a study visa is required
UK eTA Stay Duration, Entry, and Validity for Cypriot Visitors
- Validity: 2 years from the issue date
- Number of Allowed Entries: Multiple entries
- Stay Duration: 6 months per visit
Mandatory Documents for Cyprus Nationals
These are the documents that Cypriot nationals require for their UK eTA. The documents must be submitted in digital format:
Valid Cypriot Passport
- Your passport must be valid for the entire duration of your stay in the UK.
- It should have 1 to 2 unused pages for immigration stamps.
Recent Digital Photograph
- A recent, clear, passport-size photograph.
- The photo should be taken at shoulder length, with hair not covering the face.
UK eTA Application Speeds: Standard and Urgent
The UK eTA application can be processed in multiple ways
- Urgent/Super Rush Processing: The fastest option for urgent travel needs, getting the UK eTA application processed within 1 - 2 Days by paying the premium processing fee.
- Rush Processing: Travellers with short-notice plans receive approval within 6 - 12 Hours by paying the additional processing time
- Standard Processing: The standard processing takes 1 Hour without paying any additional processing cost.
Applying for a UK eTA: Fee Information
The applicant’s nationality, processing speed, and currency exchange rate influence the eTA fee. To get precise cost details, use the fee tool available on the UK eTA Fee page.
UK eTA Made Simple for Travellers from Cyprus
Complete your UK eTA application online with our user-friendly platform
Fill in the Online Form
Complete the application form by providing personal, passport and travel details; review the form for accuracy
Upload Documents and Submit the Form
Upload the required documents; ensure they are valid. Next, proceed to submit the application form
Pay the Fee and Receive the Approved eTA
Pay the fee with your debit/credit card. The approved UK eTA is delivered to your registered email address
Checking Your Application Status
After you apply, you can easily check the status of your UK eTA application online. You need your application reference number and passport number on the UK eTA Status page to see if your ETA is pending, approved, or if additional documents are required.
What to do if your UK eTA is about to expire?
If your UK eTA is about to expire, you must leave the country immediately, as overstaying will result in fines, penalties, and deportation. If you wish to enter again, reapply for the eTA.
Tips for a Successful UK eTA Application
- Double-Check Everything: Accurate details, especially your name and passport number, prevent application refusal
- Use a Clear Photo: A blurry or old photo is a common reason for processing delay. Use a recent, high-quality digital image
- Regular Email Check: Check your email regularly for any updates from the UK eTA Customer Support Team
