UK visa exemption
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UK visa exemption details
UK offers travel exemption to people who hold powerful visa like US visa, Canada visa, UK visa, Australia visa, New Zealand visa, or Ireland visa. People can use this visa exemption to travel to UK for tourism purpose.
UK visa exemption conditions
- Visa exemption does not apply, but a 24-hour entry request is possible at London's Heathrow airport.
- Travel must be to or from Canada exclusively.
- Arrival and departure must be by air.
- The boarding pass for the onward flight is required.
- The onward flight must be within 24 hours (same day or before midnight the next day).
- Granting the 24-hour entry is at the immigration officer's discretion.
Eligible Countries:
All Countries- Visa stay24 hours
- Powerful Visas6
UK visa exemption with powerful visas
USA Visa
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Washington, D.C. • Northern America • North America
Tourist or Business Visa (B1/B2), Work Visa (L1/L2/H1/H4), and US Green card
Canada Visa
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Ottawa • Northern America • North America
Canada Visitor Visa (V-1), Canada Work Visa (W-1), Canada Student Visa (S-1 and SW-1), Canada Transit Visa (VH-1), and Canada Permanent Resident Card
UK Visa
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London • Northern Europe • Europe
UK tourist visa, UK student visa, UK work visa, and UK permanent residency
Canberra • Australia and New Zealand • Oceania
Australia Tourist Visa, Australia Work Visa, and Australia Permanent Residency
Wellington • Australia and New Zealand • Oceania
New Zealand Tourist Visa, New Zealand Work Visa, and New Zealand Permanent Residency
UK travel details
How to get UK visa exemption
UK visa exemption process is quick and easy, as long as the necessary documents and information are provided accurately. By following these 5 steps, UK can ensure a smooth and hassle-free process in obtaining an UK visa exemption.
- 1Valid passportCheck your your country passport is valid with at least 6 months of validity beyond your intended stay in UK, if not, apply for a new your country passport, the passport must also have at least one blank page for visa stamps.
- 2Gather required documentsGather all the necessary documents required for a UK tourist visa including passport and other supporting documents required by the UK authorities, if your documents are in a language different from English, they need to be translated.
- 3ArrivalUpon arrival in UK, go to the immigration counter to begin the immigration clearance process, make sure you have all the required documents ready.
- 4Submit documentsSubmit your passport to the officer at the immigration counter, you may be required to provide proof of return or onward travel and financial means to support your stay in UK.
- 5Entry stampThe processing time for the process is typically a few hours if the queue is long, during this time, your passport will be reviewed by an immigration officer, if approved, the applicant will receive their stamp on the passport.
UK visa advice
While planning your visit to UK as UK, you might be curious about other visa types and requirements. If you're considering exploring UK beyond the usual transit spots, our comprehensive guide on UK tourist visa offers deeper insights and broader options for travelers of different nationalities.
Frequently asked questions
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