UK eTravel authorization outage blocks US, Canadian and European travelers from boarding

A technical failure has halted the electronic travel authorization system for the UK. Travelers from the United States, Canada and most European nations cannot obtain the required eTA. Without the authorization, passengers are being denied boarding on flights, trains and ferries. The outage affects both inbound and outbound journeys to the United Kingdom. Transport operators report growing queues and cancelled departures. Government officials have acknowledged the disruption but have not given a timeline for restoration. The issue raises concerns about the resilience of the UK’s border‑control infrastructure. Travelers are advised to seek alternative routes or postpone travel where possible. Authorities say they are working to resolve the technical problem as quickly as possible.