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Visit the UK as a Standard Visitor: Overview
If you have to apply for a Standard Visitor visa. You must apply for a Standard Visitor visa online before you travel to the UK. A Standard Visitor visa costs £115 for up to 6 months. The ...
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Travel insurance is important. It provides protection and coverage for unexpected events that can happen on holiday. Travel insurance can cover a range of scenarios, such as: medical emergencies and repatriation. lost or stolen baggage. trip cancellations or interruptions.
United Kingdom International Travel Information
Call us in Washington, D.C. at 1-888-407-4747 (toll-free in the United States and Canada) or 1-202-501-4444 (from all other countries) from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). See the State Department's travel website for the Worldwide Caution and Travel Advisories.
The Official Website For UK Tourism
VisitBritain: The Official Website For UK Tourism
UK Immigration & Visa Information
Apply for a standard Visitor Visa. There is a cost for this, and it must be applied for three months before travel. Be able to visit Britain and Northern Ireland for six months without needing a visa. You can check which applies to you . More information on short-stay visas can be found on the official government website.
Visit the UK for a holiday or to see family or friends
orApply for a family permit Show. You may be able to visit on a family permit if you have a family member who is: a citizen of an EU country, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland.
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We run a programme of talks and events throughout the year on a range of subjects including Big Ben and how UK Parliament works. Visitors are welcome to watch debates and committee hearings in both the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The Parliamentary Archives are open again and free to access but you will need to book an appointment.
How to track your UK Visa application status
Visit the UK government's 'Visa and Immigration' webpage. Find and click on the section titled 'Check your Visa Application Status'. When prompted, enter your 16-digit application reference number. This is usually found on the acknowledgement emails or letters you received after submitting your application. Find out how to track your ...
Latest information on Covid-19
Page updated on 24 February 2022New Covid-19 guidanceAll COVID-19 restrictions in England have now ended. This means that:• It is no longer a legal requirement to self-isolate if you test positive for COVID-19. However, it's advised that you stay at home and avoid contact with others (particularly those in vulnerable groups) for at least five full days and until you test negative.
Travel vaccination advice
The GP or practice nurse can give you general advice about travel vaccinations and travel health, such as protecting yourself from malaria. They can give you any missing doses of your UK vaccines if you need them. Not all travel vaccinations are available free on the NHS, even if they're recommended for travel to a certain area. If the GP ...
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Free bus travel on the first Saturday of every month
Perth and Kinross residents, shoppers and visitors can now enjoy free bus travel on the first Saturday of every month. This initiative, funded with £120,000 from this year's 2024/25 budget, aims to encourage the use of local bus services and promote sustainable travel.
Visit the UK as a Standard Visitor
You can choose to apply for a long-term Standard Visitor visa if you visit the UK regularly. This visa lasts 2, 5 or 10 years. You can stay for a maximum of 6 months on each visit. If you're ...
Secretary Blinken Travels to the United Kingdom
Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to the United Kingdom September 9-10, where he will open the U.S.-UK Strategic Dialogue, reaffirming our special relationship. While in London, Secretary Blinken will also meet with senior government officials to discuss a range of critical issues, including the Indo-Pacific, AUKUS partnership, the Middle East, and our collective efforts to […]
Foreign travel advice
Foreign travel advice
Congestion Charge (Official)
The Congestion Charge is a £15 daily charge if you drive within the Congestion Charge zone 7:00-18:00 Monday-Friday and 12:00-18:00 Sat-Sun and bank holidays. No charge between Christmas Day and New Year's Day bank holiday (inclusive). The easiest way to pay is by setting up Auto Pay. Exemptions ...
Entering the UK: Overview
Entering the UK: Overview
Blinken to travel to UK Monday to discuss Middle East, Ukraine
Blinken will also meet with senior government officials to discuss issues including the Indo-Pacific, the AUKUS defense pact between the U.S., Australia, Britain and the Middle East, and ...
How to apply for a visa to come to the UK
If you want to visit the UK. Apply for a Standard Visitor visa to visit the UK for up to 6 months. For example: for a holiday or to see family and friends. for a business trip or meeting. to do a ...
UK Visas and Immigration
UK Visas and Immigration
Travelling to the EU and Schengen area
Changes to travel to the Schengen area from November 2024. From November 2024, you'll get your fingerprints and photo taken when entering the Schengen area. You'll get either your fingerprints ...
Home Office
Home Office
COVID-19: guidance and support
COVID-19: guidance and support
Travel abroad
While you're abroad. Help and services around the world. Claiming benefits if you live, move or travel abroad. Get your document legalised. Register a birth abroad. Get help if you're a victim of ...
EU Entry/Exit System
The UK Government has been working closely with the European Commission, member states, local authorities and the travel industry, taking a multi-agency approach to ensure Ports are prepared for ...
Single headline Ofsted grades scrapped in landmark school reform
The government will work closely with Ofsted and relevant sectors and stakeholders to ensure that the removal of headline grades is implemented smoothly. Jason Elsom, Chief Executive of Parentkind ...
How we'll respond to our updated remit
1. A statement by the Low Pay Commission on our approach to recommending minimum wage rates for April 2025. The Low Pay Commission (LPC) is an independent public body that advises the Government ...
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Welcome to GOV.UK
Visit the UK
If you have to apply for a Standard Visitor visa. You must apply for a Standard Visitor visa online before you travel to the UK. A Standard Visitor visa costs £115 for up to 6 months. The ...
Travel insurance is important. It provides protection and coverage for unexpected events that can happen on holiday. Travel insurance can cover a range of scenarios, such as: medical emergencies and repatriation. lost or stolen baggage. trip cancellations or interruptions.
Call us in Washington, D.C. at 1-888-407-4747 (toll-free in the United States and Canada) or 1-202-501-4444 (from all other countries) from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). See the State Department's travel website for the Worldwide Caution and Travel Advisories.
VisitBritain: The Official Website For UK Tourism
Apply for a standard Visitor Visa. There is a cost for this, and it must be applied for three months before travel. Be able to visit Britain and Northern Ireland for six months without needing a visa. You can check which applies to you . More information on short-stay visas can be found on the official government website.
orApply for a family permit Show. You may be able to visit on a family permit if you have a family member who is: a citizen of an EU country, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland.
We run a programme of talks and events throughout the year on a range of subjects including Big Ben and how UK Parliament works. Visitors are welcome to watch debates and committee hearings in both the House of Commons and the House of Lords. The Parliamentary Archives are open again and free to access but you will need to book an appointment.
Visit the UK government's 'Visa and Immigration' webpage. Find and click on the section titled 'Check your Visa Application Status'. When prompted, enter your 16-digit application reference number. This is usually found on the acknowledgement emails or letters you received after submitting your application. Find out how to track your ...
Page updated on 24 February 2022New Covid-19 guidanceAll COVID-19 restrictions in England have now ended. This means that:• It is no longer a legal requirement to self-isolate if you test positive for COVID-19. However, it's advised that you stay at home and avoid contact with others (particularly those in vulnerable groups) for at least five full days and until you test negative.
The GP or practice nurse can give you general advice about travel vaccinations and travel health, such as protecting yourself from malaria. They can give you any missing doses of your UK vaccines if you need them. Not all travel vaccinations are available free on the NHS, even if they're recommended for travel to a certain area. If the GP ...
The official website of the Royal Family | The Royal Family
Welcome to London
Perth and Kinross residents, shoppers and visitors can now enjoy free bus travel on the first Saturday of every month. This initiative, funded with £120,000 from this year's 2024/25 budget, aims to encourage the use of local bus services and promote sustainable travel.
You can choose to apply for a long-term Standard Visitor visa if you visit the UK regularly. This visa lasts 2, 5 or 10 years. You can stay for a maximum of 6 months on each visit. If you're ...
Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to the United Kingdom September 9-10, where he will open the U.S.-UK Strategic Dialogue, reaffirming our special relationship. While in London, Secretary Blinken will also meet with senior government officials to discuss a range of critical issues, including the Indo-Pacific, AUKUS partnership, the Middle East, and our collective efforts to […]
Foreign travel advice
The Congestion Charge is a £15 daily charge if you drive within the Congestion Charge zone 7:00-18:00 Monday-Friday and 12:00-18:00 Sat-Sun and bank holidays. No charge between Christmas Day and New Year's Day bank holiday (inclusive). The easiest way to pay is by setting up Auto Pay. Exemptions ...
Entering the UK: Overview
Blinken will also meet with senior government officials to discuss issues including the Indo-Pacific, the AUKUS defense pact between the U.S., Australia, Britain and the Middle East, and ...
If you want to visit the UK. Apply for a Standard Visitor visa to visit the UK for up to 6 months. For example: for a holiday or to see family and friends. for a business trip or meeting. to do a ...
UK Visas and Immigration
Changes to travel to the Schengen area from November 2024. From November 2024, you'll get your fingerprints and photo taken when entering the Schengen area. You'll get either your fingerprints ...
Home Office
COVID-19: guidance and support
While you're abroad. Help and services around the world. Claiming benefits if you live, move or travel abroad. Get your document legalised. Register a birth abroad. Get help if you're a victim of ...
The UK Government has been working closely with the European Commission, member states, local authorities and the travel industry, taking a multi-agency approach to ensure Ports are prepared for ...
The government will work closely with Ofsted and relevant sectors and stakeholders to ensure that the removal of headline grades is implemented smoothly. Jason Elsom, Chief Executive of Parentkind ...
1. A statement by the Low Pay Commission on our approach to recommending minimum wage rates for April 2025. The Low Pay Commission (LPC) is an independent public body that advises the Government ...