Traveling

The UK Government will be implementing a new Entry requirement program for all travelers who are traveling to the UK effective January 8th, 2025, for stays of less than 6 months. Travelers will now be required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) prior to their UK travel. Visa on arrival is no longer available to travelers with a USA passport. The current cost for the E-Visa is $20.00, however this can change at Government discretion for the future. A link to Sherpa services that can assist with the new required form to start the process can be found here, https://apply.joinsherpa.com/travel-restrictions?affiliateId=sherpa. Sherpa is a 3rd party site and is not affiliated with Christopherson. The minimum turnaround time for this service is 2 days. Some additional details about the Electronic Travel Authorization are:

• Entries: Multiple
• Maximum Stay: 180 days
• Validity: 2 years
• Travel Purpose: Tourism, Business, Transit

From January 8, 2025, travelers visiting the UK for under six months will need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA). Travelers can apply for an ETA online starting November 27, 2024. Pre-register today with Sherpa to apply for your ETA. Once approved, travelers will receive their ETA electronically.

Additional information and more details for non-USA citizens can be found on the Sherpa site., https://apply.joinsherpa.com/travel-restrictions?affiliateId=sherpa

On May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers must be REAL ID compliant to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities.

REAL ID | Homeland Security

University business travel requires considerable planning to ensure the best experience during the trip and after when reconciling expenses. Be sure to check with your department to determine the requirements necessary to initiate your travel arrangements (e.g. specific approval requirements, university procurement options, etc.).

Dependent upon your department, you may be required to compile a list of expenses and their estimated costs.

To ensure efficiency and fiscal responsibility, be sure to refer to Caltech's Travel Policy prior to departure and before extending institute/personal funds for travel related expenses.

Please contact your Christopherson Travel agent.

Hours: 5:00 AM - 6:00 PM Pacific, Monday - Friday.

Advisor Group - University Team: 800-285-3603

Or Email: university.travel@cbtravel.com