The United Kingdom combines historic cities, museums and varied countryside. London and Edinburgh provide contrasting urban bases; allow a dedicated travel segment between them.
Know the place. Plan the journey.Ordinary passports · short tourist visits. Arrival cards, registration and other conditions may still apply. Routes separately recorded as ETA, eVisa or visa on arrival are not included in this list.
Reference information dated 14 June 2026. Reviewed official guidance takes priority where available. Confirm the current conditions before travelling.
AfghanistanAF · Asia
Visa required
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
AlbaniaAL · Europe
Visa exemption
Recorded stay90 days
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
AlgeriaDZ · Africa
Visa required
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
AndorraAD · Europe
Visa exemption
Recorded stay90 days
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
AngolaAO · Africa
Visa exemption
Recorded stay30 days
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
Antigua & BarbudaAG · Americas
Visa exemption
Recorded stay180 days
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
ArgentinaAR · Americas
Visa exemption
Recorded stay90 days
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
ArmeniaAM · Asia
Visa exemption
Recorded stay180 days
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
AustraliaAU · Oceania
Travel authorisation required
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
AustriaAT · Europe
Visa exemption
Recorded stay90 days
Official-source summary2026-09-07+
Annex II short-stay visa exemption: at most 90 days across the Schengen area in any rolling 180-day period, not 90 days in each country. Ordinary-passport tourism only. Travel-document validity, purpose, funds, return travel and admission checks still apply. Check the official ETIAS portal for the travel date; an authorisation is not a visa.
For a visa application, use the consulate of the sole or main destination; for equal-length visits, check the first-entry rule. Consult the destination authority for the document checklist and appointments. Count earlier Schengen visits as well. Official visa policy: https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen/visa-policy_en ; ETIAS: https://travel-europe.europa.eu/etias_en .
AzerbaijanAZ · Asia
Electronic visa
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
BahamasBS · Americas
Visa exemption
Recorded stay240 days
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
BahrainBH · Asia
Visa on arrival
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
BangladeshBD · Asia
Visa on arrival
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
BarbadosBB · Americas
Visa exemption
Recorded stay180 days
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
BelarusBY · Europe
Visa exemption
Recorded stay30 days
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
BelgiumBE · Europe
Visa exemption
Recorded stay90 days
Official-source summary2026-09-07+
Annex II short-stay visa exemption: at most 90 days across the Schengen area in any rolling 180-day period, not 90 days in each country. Ordinary-passport tourism only. Travel-document validity, purpose, funds, return travel and admission checks still apply. Check the official ETIAS portal for the travel date; an authorisation is not a visa.
For a visa application, use the consulate of the sole or main destination; for equal-length visits, check the first-entry rule. Consult the destination authority for the document checklist and appointments. Count earlier Schengen visits as well. Official visa policy: https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/schengen/visa-policy_en ; ETIAS: https://travel-europe.europa.eu/etias_en .
BelizeBZ · Americas
Visa exemption
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
BeninBJ · Africa
Electronic visa
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
BhutanBT · Asia
Electronic visa
Recorded stayDuration not specified in source
Reference snapshot2026-06-14+
Dated reference, not a live decision · 2026-06-14. Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
Reference information dated 14 June 2026. Reviewed official guidance takes priority where available. Confirm the current conditions before travelling.
Check the policy dates and permitted stay for your trip. An unspecified end date does not mean a permanent exemption.
Reference information: Passport Index. Policy dates and official checks are shown separately.
Official entry guidance ↗Combine exterior views of the bridge with a Thames-side walk. An exhibition visit is a separate plan; confirm official access and any timed ticket before arrival.
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The hilltop castle pairs naturally with a walk through the Old Town. Account for slopes and uneven surfaces and check the castle's official admission guidance.
Open official website ↗Ideas to try: fish and chips, bakery food and regional dishes. Start with a small selection, check the menu price and explain any dietary needs before ordering.
Look for tea and independent coffee shops. Ask about sweetness, milk and serving size; keep drinking-water arrangements separate from tasting local drinks.
Areas to compare: London: near an Underground station; Edinburgh: Old Town or New Town. Check the exact address, walking access, room size, cancellation terms and late-arrival procedure before paying.
Use London's Underground and local buses, then compare intercity rail or coaches for longer trips. Check the exact London departure station and any planned service changes.
Choose the season for your specific region, not the destination name alone. Recheck local forecasts, closures and public-holiday demand shortly before departure; keep one indoor or low-effort alternative.
Save the official visitor and transport links offline before going out. Carry the documents needed for your trip securely, respect worship and residential spaces, and verify any requested payment through the official provider.
Start with one base and one main attraction per day. The places above are separate ideas, not a timed package: check the map and reserve transfer time before combining them. Leave the final day flexible for weather or transport changes.
Explore destination-specific reading and planning tools. Community guides and map services are not immigration authorities.
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United Kingdom is listed in Europe. Its ISO travel-directory codes are GB / GBR. The map places United Kingdom in its wider geographic setting.
Reference facts, not a reviewed travel advisory. Maps are schematic; borders and entry permissions must be checked separately.
Official entry guidance ↗Website screenshot not yet capturedOfficial entry, visa or immigration resource. Start here to find application procedures and check which authority is responsible for your case. The linked website controls its own content; a directory listing is not a visa decision.
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Open official website ↗Choose your passport and adjust both arrival and departure dates. Residence, purpose and document type can change the result. The country list above is only a starting point.
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Official-source watch, checked 7 September 2026. This note points to an existing official guide; it does not announce a new policy or effective date.
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