Travel Information
Electronic Travel Authorisation
From 8 January 2025, visitors from the United States, Canada, Australia and other non-European nations who currently do not need a visa for short stays in the UK will be required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the country.
To receive an ETA, travellers must fill out an online form and pay a £10 fee (approximately US $12.75). Applicants should hear if their authorisation has been approved in a few hours, but in some cases, a decision may take up to three business days. The authorisation is valid for multiple entries to the UK for stays of up to six months and is good for a two-year period or until the traveller's passport expires – whichever comes first.
The new authorisation isn't just aimed at non-Europeans, though: beginning on 2 April 2025, EU nationals will also be required to obtain an ETA before entering the UK. (Citizens of the UK, Ireland and those with valid UK visas will be exempt.)
By Road
Farnborough International Ltd (FIL) is situated south west of London, close to Junction 4 of the M3. Follow the 'Exhibition Centre' signs on all major routes.
For directions using satnav, please enter "Gate F - Transport Road, GU14 6TQ".
By Foot
Please enter the venue via Gate B. Gates will open at 7:30am
By Rail
Farnborough Main Station - Approximately 5 minutes drive away.
North Camp Station - Approximately 5 minutes drive away.
Farnborough North Station - Approximately 10 minutes drive away
Frimley Station - Approximately 10 minutes drive away.
For information on train times and operators call National Rail Enquiries on 08457 484950 or check their website at www.nationalrail.co.uk.
By Air
TAG Farnborough Airport is Europe's premier business airport and gives direct access to the site and venues
Heathrow Airport - Approximately 30 minutes drive away.
Gatwick Airport - Approximately 50 minutes drive away.