Can You Use a UK ETA for Ireland or Scotland in 2025? | Rules Explained

Yes — as long as you enter through the UK.
Scotland is part of the United Kingdom, so your UK ETA is fully valid for visiting Scotland.
After arriving in England (or another UK entry point) using your ETA, you are free to travel to Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland without any additional travel document.

✅ Example:
Fly to London using your UK ETA → take a train to Edinburgh → no extra visa or ETA needed.

Can You Use a UK ETA to Enter Ireland?

No — you cannot use the UK ETA to enter the Republic of Ireland.
Ireland is not part of the United Kingdom. It is an independent country and has its own entry requirements.

So if you plan to travel to Dublin, Cork, Galway, or any other city in the Republic of Ireland, you will need to:

• Check if your nationality needs an Irish Visa or Irish ETA

• Apply separately (even if your UK ETA is already approved)

❌ UK ETA does not cover the Republic of Ireland.

Summary of Rules

Country/Region Can You Use UK ETA?

• England ✅ Yes

• Scotland ✅ Yes

• Wales ✅ Yes

• Northern Ireland ✅ Yes

• Republic of Ireland ❌ No (separate visa required)

  You can also chek list of all eligible countries here.

Travel Tips

• Plan your itinerary in advance if you want to visit both the UK and Ireland.

• Apply for an Irish visa separately (if required) before travel.

• Always double-check entry rules because Ireland has different visa exemptions compared to the UK.

• Use the UK ETA for multi-city travel inside the UK, including Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Final Word:
A UK ETA allows you to travel freely within all four nations of the United Kingdom — England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland — but it cannot be used to enter the Republic of Ireland. If Ireland is part of your itinerary, make sure to apply for the appropriate Irish visa in advance.