Visa to travel to Edinburgh

Foreign nationals wishing to travel to Edinburgh must be in possession of a travel permit issued by the United Kingdom. There are several types of travel authorization available for travel to Edinburgh.

Do I need a visa for Edinburgh?

Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland, so all foreign nationals wishing to enter the UK via Edinburgh must be in possession of a valid travel permit. Depending on the reason for visiting Edinburgh, visitors may apply for a tourist visa.

For stays of less than 6 months: You don’t need a visa for Edinburgh, as most European countries waive visa requirements for their nationals. Recently, some Middle Eastern countries have also been able to obtain an ETA travel authorization simply and easily online.

Do I need a visa to stop over in Edinburgh?

There are two ways to stop over in Edinburgh:

• Travellers can apply for a transit visa for a stopover in Edinburgh ;
• If the traveler is a national of a member country of the UK Visa Waiver Program, he or she can apply for a UK ETA to stop over in Edinburgh without a visa.

How much does a visa for Edinburgh cost?

The price of a visa for Edinburgh depends on the type of visa you need to travel to the UK. The administrative fee for a tourist visitor visa of up to 6 months is £115. For longer stays, visa administration fees are higher. If the traveler is eligible to obtain an ETA for the UK, then the price will be lower: An ETA costs a minimum of £10.

How do I get a visa for Edinburgh?

To obtain a visa for Edinburgh, foreign nationals must follow an online visa application procedure. This process comprises several stages:

• Choose the type of visa according to the purpose of the trip;
• Gather the necessary supporting documents;
• Fill in the online visa application form ;
• Pay visa fees;
• Make an appointment with a British embassy;
• Submit documents to finalize visa application;
• Take part in a visa interview if your file requires it.

Do I need ETA authorisation for Edinburgh?

An eligible foreign national can apply for an ETA to travel to Edinburgh. The turnaround time is very short. The ETA for Edinburgh is valid for 2 years for stays of up to 6 consecutive months in the UK.

Image of a visa for Edinburgh, Scotland

This is a photo of a visa for Scotland. This is a visa allowing entry to the UK through the city of Edinburgh.