Travel & Booking Apps in United Kingdom

The only country-specific booking app with a strong case for inclusion is the official UK ETA app, and it is a pre-travel tool rather than an app you need after landing. As of August 2026, many travelers who do not need a visa for a short visit must obtain an ETA before boarding, while British and Irish citizens and people with valid UK permission are among those exempt. Check the official eligibility service for the passport you will use. Each traveler, including a baby or child, needs a separate permission when required. The official fee is £20 as of August 2026, and third-party application sites may charge more. Apply with the physical passport you will travel on. The app is available only in English, requires a supported phone and can scan a biometric passport, but an official web application is available if the app cannot be used. A decision usually arrives within a day but can take up to three working days, so wait for confirmation before travel. The ETA is digitally linked to the passport, permits multiple journeys during its validity and does not guarantee admission. Once the application is complete, the app can be deleted. Use ordinary global booking apps or the attraction's official website for hotels, tours and tickets rather than installing another UK-wide travel app.