Entering the United Kingdom
Do I need a visa?
This section explains:
- if you need a visa (entry clearance) to come to the United Kingdom;
- what happens when you arrive at passport control;
- if you can change your conditions of stay; and
- what happens if you are refused permission to enter and whether you can appeal.
What permission you should have before travelling to the United Kingdom
This page explains who needs to apply for permission before travelling to the United Kingdom.
What happens once you arrive in the United Kingdom
This page explains what to expect when you arrive in the United Kingdom.
How to change your conditions of stay
This page explains whether you can change the conditions of your stay in the United Kingdom.
How to appeal if you are refused permission to enter the United Kingdom
This page explains whether you can appeal if you are refused entry to the United Kingdom.
News & updates
Terms explained
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United Kingdom
The United Kingdom includes England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man.
Contact
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Immigration enquiry bureau
0870 606 7766
UK Border Agency Lunar House, 40 Wellesley Road, Croydon, Surrey, CR9 2BY
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UK Visa Services
0845 010 5555
UK Visa Services, Foreign and Commonwealth Office, King Charles Street, London, SW1A 2AH. If you are outside the United Kingdom you should contact you nearest British diplomatic post.