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Foreign Travel Advice of the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
The map above shows areas where The UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) is advising people against all travel (red), against all but essential travel (yellow) or to see travel advice before travelling (green).
Like most foreign travel advisories, there are the expected and unexpected.
Expected places to avoid altogether include:
- Syria and Northwestern Iraq (due to ISIS)
- Most of Afghanistan and sections of Pakistan that border it.
- And large sections of central Africa due to crime, terrorism and health concerns.
Some slightly less expected places that you should avoid altogether include:
- The border between India and Pakistan, except at Wagah
- South-west Mindanao and the Sulu archipelago in the Philippines due to terrorist activity
- All travel in Venezuela within 80km (50 miles) of the Colombian border.
- Preah Vihear (Khaoi Pra Viharn in Thai) temple area and the Ta Krabey/Ta Moan temple area located on the Thai – Cambodian border due to the presence of troops in the area and the risk of outbreaks of fighting.
- The exclusion zones around the Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear facility in Japan .
Finally, there are a few places without express advisories against all or even essential travel that you might expect to find on the list:
- North Korea
- Any of Mexico , despite the ongoing Mexican Drug War .
- United States due to its high crime rate, although to be fair using this criteria the FCO would also have to issue warnings about Brazil , Jamaica , South Africa , Argentina , Estonia and about 105 other countries/territories that have a higher murder rate than the US.
Note: The data above was accurate of 11th June 2015 but now may be inaccurate. For the latest advice please visit the Foreign travel advice section of GOV.UK .
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International Travel Restrictions by Country
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Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Albania.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Algeria.
American Samoa
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter American Samoa.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Angola.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Anguilla.
Antigua And Barbuda
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Antigua And Barbuda.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Argentina.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Armenia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Aruba.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Australia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Austria.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Azerbaijan.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Bahrain.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Bangladesh.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Barbados.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Belgium.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Belize.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Benin.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Bermuda.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Bhutan.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Bolivia.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Botswana.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Brazil.
British Virgin Islands
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the British Virgin Islands.
Brunei Darussalam
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Brunei Darussalam.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Bulgaria.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Burundi.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Cambodia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Cameroon.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Canada.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Cape Verde.
Caribbean Netherlands
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Caribbean Netherlands.
Cayman Islands
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Cayman Islands.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Chad.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Chile.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter China.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Colombia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Comoros.
Cook Islands
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Cook Islands.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Costa Rica.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Croatia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Curaçao.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Cyprus.
Czech Republic
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Czech Republic.
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Denmark.
Fully vaccinated visitors from the United Kingdom can enter Djibouti without restrictions.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Dominica.
Dominican Republic
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Dominican Republic.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, need to quarantine to enter East Timor.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Ecuador.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Egypt.
El Salvador
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter El Salvador.
Equatorial Guinea
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Equatorial Guinea.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Eritrea.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Estonia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Eswatini.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Ethiopia.
Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas).
Faroe Islands
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Faroe Islands.
Federated States of Micronesia
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Federated States of Micronesia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Fiji.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Finland.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter France.
French Guiana
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter French Guiana.
French Polynesia
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter French Polynesia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Gabon.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Gambia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Georgia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Germany.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Ghana.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Gibraltar.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Greece.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Greenland.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Grenada.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Guadeloupe.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Guam.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Guatemala.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Guinea.
Guinea-Bissau
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Guinea-Bissau.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Guyana.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Honduras.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Hong Kong.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Hungary.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Iceland.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter India.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Indonesia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Ireland.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Italy.
Ivory Coast
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Ivory Coast.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Jamaica.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Japan.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Jersey.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Jordan.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Kazakhstan.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Kenya.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Kiribati.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Kosovo.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Kuwait.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Kyrgyzstan.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Laos.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Latvia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Lesotho.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Liberia.
Liechtenstein
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Liechtenstein.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Lithuania.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Luxembourg.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Macau.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Madagascar.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Malawi.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Malaysia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Maldives.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Malta.
Marshall Islands
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Marshall Islands.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Martinique.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Mauritania.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Mauritius.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Mayotte.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Mexico.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Moldova.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Mongolia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Montenegro.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Montserrat.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Mozambique.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Namibia.
Fully vaccinated visitors from the United Kingdom can enter Nauru without restrictions.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Nepal.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Netherlands.
New Caledonia
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter New Caledonia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter New Zealand.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Nicaragua.
Fully vaccinated visitors from the United Kingdom can enter Niger without restrictions.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Nigeria.
North Macedonia
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter North Macedonia.
Northern Mariana Islands
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Northern Mariana Islands.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Norway.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Oman.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Pakistan.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Palau.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Panama.
Papua New Guinea
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Papua New Guinea.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Paraguay.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Peru.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Philippines.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Poland.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Portugal.
Puerto Rico
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Puerto Rico.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Qatar.
Republic of the Congo
Fully vaccinated visitors from the United Kingdom can enter Republic of the Congo without restrictions.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Réunion.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Romania.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Rwanda.
Saint Barthélemy
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Saint Barthélemy.
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Saint Kitts and Nevis.
Saint Lucia
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Saint Lucia.
Saint Martin
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Saint Martin.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Samoa.
São Tomé and Príncipe
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter São Tomé and Príncipe.
Saudi Arabia
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Saudi Arabia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Senegal.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Serbia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Seychelles.
Sierra Leone
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Sierra Leone.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Singapore.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Slovakia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Slovenia.
Solomon Islands
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Solomon Islands.
South Africa
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter South Africa.
South Korea
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter South Korea.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Spain.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Sri Lanka.
St. Maarten
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter St. Maarten.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Sudan.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Suriname.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Sweden.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Switzerland.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Taiwan.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Tajikistan.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Tanzania.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Thailand.
The Bahamas
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter The Bahamas.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Togo.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Tonga.
Trinidad and Tobago
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Trinidad and Tobago.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Tunisia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Türkiye.
Turkmenistan
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, will not be allowed to enter Turkmenistan.
Turks and Caicos Islands
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Tuvalu.
U.S. Virgin Islands
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Uganda.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the United Arab Emirates.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the United States.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Uruguay.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Uzbekistan.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Vanuatu.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Vietnam.
Wallis and Futuna
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Wallis and Futuna.
Western Sahara
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, will not be allowed to enter Western Sahara.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Zambia.
Most visitors from the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Zimbabwe.
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We check for travel restriction information from government authorities daily and update the page any time we get new information. The following information regarding travel restrictions for each country is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication.
How many countries are closed to visitors?
As of 11 Sep, 2 countries have completely restricted entry to non-citizens and 5 are open but require quarantine and/or a negative COVID test.
Where can I travel without COVID restrictions?
Currently you can travel from the United Kingdom to 197 countries without restrictions. Please check our map to learn more.
Are there any other types of travel restrictions besides COVID-19 tests and quarantines?
These are the two main types of restrictions or requirements needed to travel into another country. However, the COVID-19 testing options are continually widening as new methods are developed. Different countries may accept results from different or multiple test types, so be sure to check the individual country's specific requirements.
What should I do if I get COVID-19 while in another country?
If you get COVID-19 while in another country, follow the local authority's recommendations. These may include hospitalisation, self-isolating and testing in that country. Be sure to contact your travel insurance company and travel provider as well and inform them of your situation.
What should I do if the borders of the country I am visiting close?
Depending on your home country, you may need to change your departure date and return home as soon as possible. If that's the case, contact your travel provider to find the earliest departure.
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United Kingdom travel advice
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Safety and security, entry and exit requirements, laws and culture, natural disasters and climate, united kingdom - exercise a high degree of caution.
Exercise a high degree of caution in the United Kingdom due to the threat of terrorism.
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There is a threat of terrorism in Europe. Terrorists have carried out attacks in several European cities.
In the United Kingdom, previous attacks have resulted in casualties. They have included random violent incidents in public areas, such as knife and vehicle attacks as well as explosions.
These incidents have occurred mainly in the London area but have also happened elsewhere.
Further attacks in the United Kingdom are likely. Targets could include:
- government buildings, including schools
- places of worship
- airports and other transportation hubs and networks
- public areas such as tourist attractions, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, shopping centres, markets, hotels and other sites frequented by foreigners
Always be aware of your surroundings when in public places. Be particularly vigilant if attending:
- sporting events
- religious holidays
- public celebrations
- major political events, such as elections
Terrorists have used such occasions to mount attacks.
The Government of the United Kingdom maintains a public alert system on terrorism and communicates terrorism and national emergency threat level changes online and through local media. The national terrorism and national emergency threat level is currently 3 (“substantial”) on a scale of 5. A separate threat level for Northern Ireland is currently 4 (“severe”) on a scale of 5.
National threat level - British Home Office
Petty crime
Petty crime, such as pickpocketing and purse snatching, is common. Cellphone theft is common in certain tourist areas of London. Vehicle theft and theft from parked vehicles also occurs, particularly in tourist areas and roadside rest areas. Theft is common in restaurants, pubs and bars. Never leave bags or purses hanging on the back of your chair.
Thieves work alone and in groups. They may use various techniques to distract you and steal your belongings.
They are especially active in crowded areas, such as:
- tourist attractions and busy areas, including Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square and Leicester Square
- airports and public transportation
- patios and outdoor cafés
- hotel lobbies
- underground pedestrian walkways
- roadside stops
Violent crime
Violent crime, such as mugging, knife crime and sexual assault occurs, particularly in larger cities. There have been incidents of passengers being sexually assaulted and robbed when riding in unlicensed taxis.
If you are the victim of a crime on the transportation system, including in a taxi, consult Transport for London to learn how to report it.
Report a crime or incident on the transportation system - Transport for London
During your trip:
- ensure that your belongings, including your passport, are secure at all times
- don’t keep your passport and other types of ID at the same place and carry a photocopy rather than the original
- avoid showing signs of affluence
- avoid carrying large sums of cash or unnecessary valuables
- pay attention to your surroundings, particularly in crowded and tourist areas
- be wary of unsolicited offers or advice from strangers
- be vigilant in urban areas, particularly after dark
- never leave personal belongings unattended in a vehicle, even in the trunk
- use secure parking facilities, especially overnight
Spiked food and drinks
Snacks, beverages, gum and cigarettes may contain drugs that could put you at risk of sexual assault and robbery.
- Be wary of accepting these items from new acquaintances
- Never leave food or drinks unattended or in the care of strangers
Credit card and ATM fraud
Credit card and ATM fraud occurs. Fraud can range from simple to sophisticated, and sometimes involve hidden electronic devices that obtain account information and personal identification numbers.
When using debit or credit cards:
- pay careful attention when others are handling your cards
- use ATMs located in public areas or inside a bank or business
- avoid using card readers with an irregular or unusual feature
- cover the keypad with one hand when entering your PIN
- check for any unauthorized transactions on your account statements
Cybercrime occurs. Perpetrators may compromise public Wi-Fi networks to steal credit card or personal information.
- Avoid using public Wi-Fi networks
- Avoid making purchases on unsecured websites
- Use judgment when posting information on social media
- Be especially careful if you are meeting people you have met online
- Never click a suspicious link in an email or text message asking for your credit card details
Useful links
- More about overseas fraud
- Cybercrime - National Crime Agency
Demonstrations
Demonstrations take place regularly. Even peaceful demonstrations can turn violent at any time. They can also lead to disruptions to traffic and public transportation.
- Avoid areas where demonstrations and large gatherings are taking place
- Follow the instructions of local authorities
- Monitor local media for information on ongoing demonstrations
Strikes and pressure tactics occur from time to time, in key sectors such as transport. These strikes can sometimes complicate travel and disrupt public services.
- Consult local media to be aware of strikes that may affect your stay or travel plans
- In the event of a transport strike, plan extra time to get to your destination
Northern Ireland
Inter-communal tensions can arise from April to August during the summer marching season. This is particularly common during the weeks leading up to July 12.
During the summer marching season:
- expect possible delays and disruptions in some areas
- exercise caution
- follow the advice of local authorities
Mass gatherings (large-scale events)
Adventure tourism
Outdoor activities, such as hiking and biking, may lead to safety concerns if they are not well-organized. Weather conditions can change rapidly, even in summer.
Avalanches can occur in Scotland, especially in the Cairngorms area between December and April. Check local avalanche forecasts before you go.
If you intend to go walking, biking or hiking in remote areas:
- never do so alone and do not part with your hiking companions
- obtain detailed information on your activity and on the environment in which you will be doing it before setting out
- buy travel insurance that includes helicopter rescue and medical evacuation
- ensure that your physical condition is good enough to meet the challenges of your activity
- avoid venturing off marked trails
- ensure that you’re adequately equipped
- stay informed about weather and other conditions that may pose a hazard
- inform a family member or friend of your itinerary
- Weather conditions - Met Office
- Avalanche Forecasts - Scottish Avalanche Information Service
Road safety
Vehicles drive on the left.
Pedestrians should use caution when crossing streets and be mindful that traffic comes from the opposite direction than it does in Canada. There are many one-way streets in London and other cities. Always confirm the direction of traffic before you cross the street.
Road conditions
Roads are excellent but are often narrow and congested, especially in urban areas. Use caution when entering a traffic circle (roundabout). Rural roads may become hazardous during severe weather conditions. You should be especially careful when driving in the countryside during periods bad weather or freezing temperature. You should always slow down before approaching turns on narrow roads as curves may hide oncoming traffic.
Public transportation
Public transportation is extensive. Train and bus services connect most cities and areas of the country.
Taxis are widely available. Only use officially licensed and marked taxis or private hire vehicles.
- Getting around Britain - Visit Britain
- Train schedules and service alerts - National Rail
- Taxis and minicabs – Transport for London
We do not make assessments on the compliance of foreign domestic airlines with international safety standards.
Information about foreign domestic airlines
Every country or territory decides who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.
We have obtained the information on this page from the British authorities. It can, however, change at any time.
Verify this information with the Foreign Representatives in Canada .
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Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)
The United Kingdom has started to unroll a new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) program. Canadians are not currently able to apply for an ETA.
Once the program goes into effect, you will need to apply for your ETA before you travel to or transit through the UK. You must travel on the passport used for your ETA application.
Apply for an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) – UK Visas and Immigration
Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you use for travel.
Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country’s entry rules.
Regular Canadian passport
Your passport must be valid for at least the expected duration of your stay in the United Kingdom. This requirement may also apply when travelling to Northern Ireland from other parts of the United Kingdom, and vice versa.
Passport for official travel
Different entry rules may apply.
Official travel
Passport with “X” gender identifier
While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.
Other travel documents
Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.
- Foreign Representatives in Canada
- Canadian passports
Tourist visa: not required for stays of up to 6 months Business visa or work permit: required Student visa: required
You may need a work permit or visa even if you plan to do:
- unpaid work
- volunteer work
- part-time work
- temporary work
A marriage visitor visa is also required if you plan to get married or register a civil partnership in the United Kingdom.
You must apply online for your visa before you travel to the UK. The High Commission of Canada in the United Kingdom, in London, cannot assist you in your visa application process. Useful links
- Check if you need a UK visa - UK Government
- UK Visas and Immigration - UK Government
- Pay for UK healthcare as part of your immigration application - UK Government
Other entry requirements
UK Border officials may ask you to show them a return or onward ticket and proof that you have sufficient funds to support yourself for the duration of your stay.
If you are unable to do so, or if you seek entry as a visitor but are found with items indicating that you intend to seek any type of employment (such as curriculum vitae or educational certificates), you may be denied entry and expelled from the country.
Similarly, if you seek entry as a visitor and are suspected of planning to reside in the UK for any reason, including having a UK-based partner, you may be denied entry.
If you have previously been refused entry, contact the British High Commission in Ottawa to enquire about entry clearance before making plans to visit the UK, even if a visa is normally not required.
Transiting through a United Kingdom airport
If you plan to transit through a United Kingdom airport, make sure you comply with the entry requirements of your final destination. If you don’t meet the entry requirements of your final destination, you may be denied boarding or forced to wait in the UK to apply for a new passport, which can take several days.
Unplanned layovers could lead to substantial travel costs and delays. You should not depend on the Government of Canada for assistance related to changes to your travel plans.
- Children and travel
Learn more about travelling with children .
Yellow fever
Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).
Relevant Travel Health Notices
- Global Measles Notice - 13 March, 2024
- COVID-19 and International Travel - 13 March, 2024
This section contains information on possible health risks and restrictions regularly found or ongoing in the destination. Follow this advice to lower your risk of becoming ill while travelling. Not all risks are listed below.
Consult a health care professional or visit a travel health clinic preferably 6 weeks before you travel to get personalized health advice and recommendations.
Routine vaccines
Be sure that your routine vaccinations , as per your province or territory , are up-to-date before travelling, regardless of your destination.
Some of these vaccinations include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, varicella (chickenpox), influenza and others.
Pre-travel vaccines and medications
You may be at risk for preventable diseases while travelling in this destination. Talk to a travel health professional about which medications or vaccines may be right for you, based on your destination and itinerary.
Yellow fever is a disease caused by a flavivirus from the bite of an infected mosquito.
Travellers get vaccinated either because it is required to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.
- There is no risk of yellow fever in this country.
Country Entry Requirement*
- Proof of vaccination is not required to enter this country.
Recommendation
- Vaccination is not recommended.
* It is important to note that country entry requirements may not reflect your risk of yellow fever at your destination. It is recommended that you contact the nearest diplomatic or consular office of the destination(s) you will be visiting to verify any additional entry requirements.
About Yellow Fever
Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada
In this destination, rabies may be present in some wildlife species, including bats. Rabies is a deadly disease that spreads to humans primarily through bites or scratches from an infected animal.
If you are bitten or scratched by an animal while travelling, immediately wash the wound with soap and clean water and see a health care professional.
Before travel, discuss rabies vaccination with a health care professional. It may be recommended for travellers who will be working directly with wildlife.
Polio (poliomyelitis) is an infectious disease that can be prevented by vaccination. It is caused by poliovirus type 1, 2 or 3. Circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus 2 (cVDPV2) is present in this country. Polio is spread from person to person and through contaminated food and water. Infection with the polio virus can cause paralysis and death in individuals of any age who are not immune.
Recommendations:
- Be sure that your polio vaccinations are up to date before travelling. Polio is part of the routine vaccine schedule for children in Canada.
- One booster dose of the polio vaccine is recommended as an adult .
Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is a risk in some areas of this destination. It is a viral disease that affects the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). It is spread to humans by the bite of infected ticks or occasionally when unpasteurized milk products are consumed.
Travellers to areas where TBE is found may be at higher risk during April to November, and the risk is highest for people who hike or camp in forested areas.
Protect yourself from tick bites . The vaccine is not available in Canada. It may be available in the destination you are travelling to.
Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. It can spread quickly from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.
Anyone who is not protected against measles is at risk of being infected with it when travelling internationally.
Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are fully protected against measles.
Hepatitis B is a risk in every destination. It is a viral liver disease that is easily transmitted from one person to another through exposure to blood and body fluids containing the hepatitis B virus. Travellers who may be exposed to blood or other bodily fluids (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment, sharing needles, tattooing, acupuncture or occupational exposure) are at higher risk of getting hepatitis B.
Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for all travellers. Prevent hepatitis B infection by practicing safe sex, only using new and sterile drug equipment, and only getting tattoos and piercings in settings that follow public health regulations and standards.
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious viral disease. It can spread from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.
It is recommended that all eligible travellers complete a COVID-19 vaccine series along with any additional recommended doses in Canada before travelling. Evidence shows that vaccines are very effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalization and death from COVID-19. While vaccination provides better protection against serious illness, you may still be at risk of infection from the virus that causes COVID-19. Anyone who has not completed a vaccine series is at increased risk of being infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 and is at greater risk for severe disease when travelling internationally.
Before travelling, verify your destination’s COVID-19 vaccination entry/exit requirements. Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are adequately protected against COVID-19.
The best way to protect yourself from seasonal influenza (flu) is to get vaccinated every year. Get the flu shot at least 2 weeks before travelling.
The flu occurs worldwide.
- In the Northern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs from November to April.
- In the Southern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs between April and October.
- In the tropics, there is flu activity year round.
The flu vaccine available in one hemisphere may only offer partial protection against the flu in the other hemisphere.
The flu virus spreads from person to person when they cough or sneeze or by touching objects and surfaces that have been contaminated with the virus. Clean your hands often and wear a mask if you have a fever or respiratory symptoms.
Safe food and water precautions
Many illnesses can be caused by eating food or drinking beverages contaminated by bacteria, parasites, toxins, or viruses, or by swimming or bathing in contaminated water.
- Learn more about food and water precautions to take to avoid getting sick by visiting our eat and drink safely abroad page. Remember: Boil it, cook it, peel it, or leave it!
- Avoid getting water into your eyes, mouth or nose when swimming or participating in activities in freshwater (streams, canals, lakes), particularly after flooding or heavy rain. Water may look clean but could still be polluted or contaminated.
- Avoid inhaling or swallowing water while bathing, showering, or swimming in pools or hot tubs.
Insect bite prevention
Many diseases are spread by the bites of infected insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, fleas or flies. When travelling to areas where infected insects may be present:
- Use insect repellent (bug spray) on exposed skin
- Cover up with light-coloured, loose clothes made of tightly woven materials such as nylon or polyester
- Minimize exposure to insects
- Use mosquito netting when sleeping outdoors or in buildings that are not fully enclosed
To learn more about how you can reduce your risk of infection and disease caused by bites, both at home and abroad, visit our insect bite prevention page.
Find out what types of insects are present where you’re travelling, when they’re most active, and the symptoms of the diseases they spread.
Animal precautions
Some infections, such as rabies and influenza, can be shared between humans and animals. Certain types of activities may increase your chance of contact with animals, such as travelling in rural or forested areas, camping, hiking, and visiting wet markets (places where live animals are slaughtered and sold) or caves.
Travellers are cautioned to avoid contact with animals, including dogs, livestock (pigs, cows), monkeys, snakes, rodents, birds, and bats, and to avoid eating undercooked wild game.
Closely supervise children, as they are more likely to come in contact with animals.
Human cases of avian influenza have been reported in this destination. Avian influenza is a viral infection that can spread quickly and easily among birds and in rare cases it can infect mammals, including people. The risk is low for most travellers.
Avoid contact with birds, including wild, farm, and backyard birds (alive or dead) and surfaces that may have bird droppings on them. Ensure all poultry dishes, including eggs and wild game, are properly cooked.
Travellers with a higher risk of exposure include those:
- visiting live bird/animal markets or poultry farms
- working with poultry (such as chickens, turkeys, domestic ducks)
- hunting, de-feathering, field dressing and butchering wild birds and wild mammals
- working with wild birds for activities such as research, conservation, or rehabilitation
- working with wild mammals, especially those that eat wild birds (e.g., foxes)
All eligible people are encouraged to get the seasonal influenza shot, which will protect them against human influenza viruses. While the seasonal influenza shot does not prevent infection with avian influenza, it can reduce the chance of getting sick with human and avian influenza viruses at the same time.
Person-to-person infections
Stay home if you’re sick and practise proper cough and sneeze etiquette , which includes coughing or sneezing into a tissue or the bend of your arm, not your hand. Reduce your risk of colds, the flu and other illnesses by:
- washing your hands often
- avoiding or limiting the amount of time spent in closed spaces, crowded places, or at large-scale events (concerts, sporting events, rallies)
- avoiding close physical contact with people who may be showing symptoms of illness
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) , HIV , and mpox are spread through blood and bodily fluids; use condoms, practise safe sex, and limit your number of sexual partners. Check with your local public health authority pre-travel to determine your eligibility for mpox vaccine.
Medical services and facilities
Health care is excellent. Service is available throughout the country.
You must pay for medical services provided by the National Health Service (NHS) unless:
- you are ordinarily a resident of the United Kingdom
- you are accessing emergency services exempted from fees
Make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays.
- Accessing NHS services as a visitor - National Health Service (NHS)
- Travel health and safety
Keep in Mind...
The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller. The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety.
Be prepared. Do not expect medical services to be the same as in Canada. Pack a travel health kit , especially if you will be travelling away from major city centres.
You must abide by local laws.
Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad .
Transfer to a Canadian prison
Canada and the United Kingdom are signatories to the Convention on the Transfer of Sentenced Persons. This enables a Canadian imprisoned in the United Kingdom to request a transfer to a Canadian prison to complete a sentence. The transfer requires the agreement of both Canadian and the United Kingdom authorities.
This process can take a long time, and there is no guarantee that the transfer will be approved by either or both sides.
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs, including cannabis, are severe. Convicted offenders can expect prison sentences and heavy fines.
Drugs, alcohol and travel
Laws on knives
It is illegal to carry, purchase, sell or enter the country with certain types of knives. Convicted offenders can expect heavy fines and jail sentences.
Selling, buying and carrying knives - UK Government
Dual citizenship
Dual citizenship is legally recognized in the United Kingdom.
If you are a Canadian citizen, but also a citizen of the United Kingdom, our ability to offer you consular services may be limited while you're there. You may also be subject to different entry/exit requirements .
Travellers with dual citizenship
International Child Abduction
The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. The convention applies between Canada and the United Kingdom.
If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in the United Kingdom, and if the applicable conditions are met, you may apply for the return of your child to the British court.
If you are in this situation:
- act as quickly as you can
- contact the Central Authority for your province or territory of residence for information on starting an application under The Hague Convention
- consult a lawyer in Canada and in the United Kingdom to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
- report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to the Vulnerable Children's Consular Unit at Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre
If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies.
Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.
- List of Canadian Central Authorities for the Hague Convention
- International Child Abductions: A guide for affected parents
- The Hague Convention – Hague Conference on Private International Law
- Canadian embassies and consulates by destination
- Request emergency assistance
Traffic drives on the left.
Parking in London and other major city centres is limited and expensive.
Driver's licence
You can drive with a valid Canadian licence for up to 12 months from your date of entry.
Car rental companies may require an international driving permit, especially if your licence is not in English. Check with your car rental agency in advance.
Congestion Charge
If you drive into central London, you will be required to pay a daily congestion charge. The Congestion Charge zone is indicated by a large “C” painted on the roads and by signs.
You can pay the fee by phone, online or at selected shops and gas stations.
Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ)
All boroughs in London are part of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). If you drive in London, your vehicle must meet the ULEZ emission standards. If it does not, you must pay a daily charge to drive within the ULEZ.
- More about the International Driving Permit
- Congestion Charge - Transport for London
- Ultra Low Emission Zone – Transport for London
The currency of the United Kingdom is the pound sterling (GBP).
If you are carrying £10,000 or more, or the equivalent in other currencies, you must make a declaration to customs when you enter or leave the United Kingdom.
It includes sums in:
- banknotes and coins
- bearer bonds
- travellers’ cheques
- cheques that are signed but not made out to a person or organization
- money orders (Northern Ireland only)
- gold coins, bullion or nuggets (Northern Ireland only)
- prepaid cards (Northern Ireland only)
Take cash in and out of the UK - Government of the United Kingdom
Climate change
Climate change is affecting the United Kingdom. Extreme and unusual weather events are becoming more frequent and may affect your travel plans. Monitor local news to stay informed on the current situation.
Severe weather
The United Kingdom is subject to severe storms that can cause death and injury and severely damage commercial, residential and natural areas.
High winds, fog, and snow can also have widespread impacts, including transportation disruptions.
- Keep informed of regional weather forecasts
- Stay away from disaster-affected areas
- Follow the instructions of local authorities, including evacuation orders
Storm forecast - Met Office
Flooding and landslides
Heavy rains can cause severe flooding, mudslides and landslides, particularly in certain coastal and riverside areas. Roads may become impassable and infrastructure damaged.
- Exercise caution, particularly in coastal areas and around major rivers
- Stay informed of the latest regional weather forecasts
- Follow the advice of local authorities, including evacuation orders
- Flooding risks in England - UK Government
- Flood forecasting - Scottish Environment Protection Agency
Heat waves are becoming more common in the United Kingdom, and most houses and public places are not designed or equipped to provide shelter from high heat.
High temperatures can be dangerous. Know the symptoms of dehydration and heatstroke, which can both be fatal.
If you are in the United Kingdom during a summer heat wave:
- stay indoors or in the shade during midday hours
- stay hydrated and carry a sufficient water supply
- monitor local media for information on heat warnings
Local services
Dial 999 for emergency assistance.
Consular assistance
The Falkland Islands and Gibraltar
For emergency consular assistance, call the High Commission of Canada in the United Kingdom, in London, and follow the instructions. At any time, you may also contact the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa.
The decision to travel is your choice and you are responsible for your personal safety abroad. We take the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provide credible and timely information in our Travel Advice to enable you to make well-informed decisions regarding your travel abroad.
The content on this page is provided for information only. While we make every effort to give you correct information, it is provided on an "as is" basis without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied. The Government of Canada does not assume responsibility and will not be liable for any damages in connection to the information provided.
If you need consular assistance while abroad, we will make every effort to help you. However, there may be constraints that will limit the ability of the Government of Canada to provide services.
Learn more about consular services .
Risk Levels
take normal security precautions.
Take similar precautions to those you would take in Canada.
Exercise a high degree of caution
There are certain safety and security concerns or the situation could change quickly. Be very cautious at all times, monitor local media and follow the instructions of local authorities.
IMPORTANT: The two levels below are official Government of Canada Travel Advisories and are issued when the safety and security of Canadians travelling or living in the country or region may be at risk.
Avoid non-essential travel
Your safety and security could be at risk. You should think about your need to travel to this country, territory or region based on family or business requirements, knowledge of or familiarity with the region, and other factors. If you are already there, think about whether you really need to be there. If you do not need to be there, you should think about leaving.
Avoid all travel
You should not travel to this country, territory or region. Your personal safety and security are at great risk. If you are already there, you should think about leaving if it is safe to do so.
Last verified: Monday, 24. June 2024 at 08:00 AM
United Kingdom Travel Advisory
- Northern Europe
- United Kingdom Travel Advice
We advise caution when travelling to United Kingdom
Local situation: 3.0 / 5.
We advise caution when travelling to United Kingdom. We detected travel advisories from 7 sources for this specific country.
Regional Situation: 2.8 / 5
United Kingdom shares a land border with Ireland . For these two countries, the Advisory Index is 2.8 .
Current informationen on Covid-19 in United Kingdom
There are currently no officially reported cases of infections with SARS-CoV-2 (or Coronavirus) in United Kingdom. As reported by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control this morning (~8:30am CET).
There are currently no officially reported deaths related to this disease in United Kingdom.
Source: www.ecdc.europa.eu
Advice scoring history for United Kingdom
Chart of the risk level over that last 200 days. This is the daily calculated travel risk for United Kingdom.
Chart of the number of sources over that last 200 days. This is the daily number of advisory sources (of any rating) that have been active on that day.
Note: Changes happening on the 28th/29th of July 2019 are related to a change in the software and number of sources processed.
Rating Details (single travel warnings)
These are the individual advisories published by other countries about the destination United Kingdom from a travellers perspective. The scoring of all messages combined is the foundation for the current rating 3.0 out of 5.0 .
This is the general advisory usually covering the country as a whole.
Advisory issued by: New Zealand
Exercise increased caution in the United Kingdom due to the threat of terrorism (level 2 of 4).
Source: https://www.safetravel.govt.nz/united-kingdom
Advisory issued by: United States
Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed. Exercise increased caution in the United Kingdom due to terrorism. Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in the United Kingdom. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, local government ...
Source: http://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories/united-kingdom-travel-advisory.html
Advisory issued by: Finland
Iaktta normal försiktighet - Allmänt taget är Storbritannien ett relativt tryggt resmål. Enligt de brittiska myndigheternas bedömning är hotnivån för internationell terrorism just nu allvarlig (substantial). I Nordirland är hotnivån för terrorism anmärkningsvärd (substantial).
Source: https://um.fi/resemeddelande/-/c/GB
Advisory issued by: Canada
The Canadian goverment suggests: Exercise a high degree of caution.
Source: https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/united-kingdom
Individual rating changes for United Kingdom
This is the recent history of individual changes of travel advices that affected the total asessment of United Kingdom. Most recent events first.
Changes from September 25th 2020
The total rating for United Kingdom changed from 3.6 to 3.8 . Here are the influencing details:
The Danish government increased their existing warning for United Kingdom to 4.0 (of 5.0) from the previous rating of 3.0 (by +1.0).
Changes from August 7th 2020
The total rating for United Kingdom changed from 3.4 to 3.6 . Here are the influencing details:
The United States government increased their existing warning for United Kingdom to 4.0 (of 5.0) from the previous rating of 2.0 (by +2.0).
Changes from July 11th 2020
The total rating for United Kingdom changed from 3.5 to 3.4 . Here are the influencing details:
The Danish government decreased their existing warning for United Kingdom to 3.0 (of 5.0) from the previous rating of 4.0 (by -1.0).
Changes from March 22nd 2020
The total rating for United Kingdom changed from 3.4 to 3.5 . Here are the influencing details:
The Canadian government increased their existing warning for United Kingdom to 4.0 (of 5.0) from the previous rating of 3.0 (by +1.0).
Changes from March 18th 2020
The total rating for United Kingdom changed from 2.6 to 3.4 . Here are the influencing details:
The Australian government increased their existing warning for United Kingdom to 5.0 (of 5.0) from the previous rating of 4.0 (by +1.0).
The Austrian government issued a new warning for United Kingdom with a rating of 5.0.
The Irish government increased their existing warning for United Kingdom to 4.0 (of 5.0) from the previous rating of 1.0 (by +3.0).
Changes from March 14th 2020
The total rating for United Kingdom changed from 2.2 to 2.6 . Here are the influencing details:
The Australian government issued a new warning for United Kingdom with a rating of 4.0.
Changes from March 8th 2020
The total rating for United Kingdom changed from 2.0 to 2.2 . Here are the influencing details:
The Danish government increased their existing warning for United Kingdom to 3.0 (of 5.0) from the previous rating of 2.0 (by +1.0).
Changes from September 26th 2019
The total rating for United Kingdom changed from 0.0 to 2.0 . Here are the influencing details:
The Danish government issued a new warning for United Kingdom with a rating of 2.0.
Changes from September 25th 2019
The total rating for United Kingdom changed from 0.0 to 0.0 . Here are the influencing details:
The United States government issued a new warning for United Kingdom with a rating of 2.0.
The Canadian government issued a new warning for United Kingdom with a rating of 3.0.
The New Zealand government issued a new warning for United Kingdom with a rating of 2.0.
The Irish government issued a new warning for United Kingdom with a rating of 1.0.
The Finnish government issued a new warning for United Kingdom with a rating of 2.0.
About United Kingdom
United Kingdom with its capital London is a country in Europe (Northern Europe), slightly smaller than Oregon (244,820 km²). The country is located Western Europe, islands - including the northern one-sixth of the island of Ireland - between the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea; northwest of France. The climate can be described as temperate; moderated by prevailing southwest winds over the North Atlantic Current; more than one-half of the days are overcast. The landscape is mostly rugged hills and low mountains; level to rolling plains in east and southeast. With a population of about 60.94 million citizens.
British flag
Introduction Video
Basic Statistics and Facts
Environmental problems and natural hazzards.
These are problems United Kingdom is facing. Environmental issues refer to damages of the nature due to industry and society. Natural hazzards refer to potential dangers originating in nature.
Environmental problems
- and industry
- but air pollution remains a concern
- continues to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
- decline in marine and coastal habitats brought on by pressures from housing
- particularly in the London region
- soil pollution from pesticides and heavy metals
Natural hazzards
- winter windstorms
Top Industries and Agricultural Products
These are the main product industries and agricultural products of United Kingdom. This list indicates what this country is good at producing.
- automation equipment
- communications equipment
- electric power equipment
- electronics
- food processing
- machine tools
Agriculture products
British Imports and Exports
These are the main product categories of imports and exports to and from United Kingdom.
Export products
- manufactured goods
Import products
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current travel advisory for united kingdom.
United Kingdom is currently rated at 3,0 out of a possible 5.0. Collected from 7 official sources. We advise caution when travelling to United Kingdom.
Is it safe to travel United Kingdom in 2024?
Visiting the country United Kingdom is usually fine. The score is at 3,0 Just keep an eye open, obey local rules and you'll most likely be fine.
How many travel advisories do you know for United Kingdom?
We currently evaluate 11 official sources each morning. Today, we know of active advisories from 7 individual sources for United Kingdom.
What is the current Corona virus situation in United Kingdom?
There are currently no officially reported cases of infections with SARS-CoV-2 (or Coronavirus) in United Kingdom. As reported by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control this morning (~8:30am CET). There are currently no officially reported deaths related to this disease in United Kingdom.
What is the size of United Kingdom?
United Kingdom has a size of 244,820 km² or 94,525 mi² which is slightly smaller than Oregon.
Common Frequently Asked Questions
For non-country specific questions, please check our global F.A.Q.
Travel safety map for United Kingdom and bordering countries.
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2020-03-10: Integrated data from European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (COVID-19/ SARS-CoV-2/ Coronavirus).
2019-09-01: Added timeline charts for risk level and number of advisories.
2019-07-29: Added two more sources (Finland and Denmark). Affects country ratings.
2019-07-15: South-Sudan was missing and was added today.
2019-05-18: Performance improvements for API users.
2019-03-23: Introduced professional API with more data.
2019-02-13: Added three more sources (Cyprus, Ireland and Malta). Affects country ratings.
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United Kingdom, including England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland Traveler View
Travel health notices, vaccines and medicines, non-vaccine-preventable diseases, stay healthy and safe.
- Packing List
After Your Trip
There are no notices currently in effect for United Kingdom, including England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
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Check the vaccines and medicines list and visit your doctor at least a month before your trip to get vaccines or medicines you may need. If you or your doctor need help finding a location that provides certain vaccines or medicines, visit the Find a Clinic page.
Routine vaccines
Recommendations.
Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include
- Chickenpox (Varicella)
- Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
- Flu (influenza)
- Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)
Immunization schedules
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see Your COVID-19 Vaccination for more information.
COVID-19 vaccine
Hepatitis A
Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.
Hepatitis A - CDC Yellow Book
Dosing info - Hep A
Hepatitis B
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to the United Kingdom. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to the United Kingdom.
Hepatitis B - CDC Yellow Book
Dosing info - Hep B
Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.
All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according to CDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel .
Measles (Rubeola) - CDC Yellow Book
Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in the United Kingdom.
If rabies exposures occur while in the United Kingdom, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.
Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.
Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.
For more information, see country rabies status assessments .
Rabies - CDC Yellow Book
Tick-borne Encephalitis
Avoid bug bites
Learn more about tick-borne encephalitis at your destination .
Tick-borne Encephalitis - CDC Yellow Book
Avoid contaminated water
Leptospirosis
How most people get sick (most common modes of transmission)
- Touching urine or other body fluids from an animal infected with leptospirosis
- Swimming or wading in urine-contaminated fresh water, or contact with urine-contaminated mud
- Drinking water or eating food contaminated with animal urine
- Avoid contaminated water and soil
- Avoid floodwater
Clinical Guidance
Airborne & droplet.
- Breathing in air or accidentally eating food contaminated with the urine, droppings, or saliva of infected rodents
- Bite from an infected rodent
- Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus (only occurs with Andes virus)
- Avoid rodents and areas where they live
- Avoid sick people
Tuberculosis (TB)
- Breathe in TB bacteria that is in the air from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.
Learn actions you can take to stay healthy and safe on your trip. Vaccines cannot protect you from many diseases in the United Kingdom, so your behaviors are important.
Eat and drink safely
Food and water standards around the world vary based on the destination. Standards may also differ within a country and risk may change depending on activity type (e.g., hiking versus business trip). You can learn more about safe food and drink choices when traveling by accessing the resources below.
- Choose Safe Food and Drinks When Traveling
- Water Treatment Options When Hiking, Camping or Traveling
- Global Water, Sanitation and Hygiene | Healthy Water
- Avoid Contaminated Water During Travel
You can also visit the Department of State Country Information Pages for additional information about food and water safety.
Prevent bug bites
Although the United Kingdom is an industrialized country, bug bites here can still spread diseases. Just as you would in the United States, try to avoid bug bites while spending time outside or in wooded areas.
What can I do to prevent bug bites?
- Cover exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and hats.
- Use an appropriate insect repellent (see below).
- Consider using permethrin-treated clothing and gear if spending a lot of time outside. Do not use permethrin directly on skin.
What type of insect repellent should I use?
- FOR PROTECTION AGAINST TICKS AND MOSQUITOES: Use a repellent that contains 20% or more DEET for protection that lasts up to several hours.
- Picaridin (also known as KBR 3023, Bayrepel, and icaridin)
- Oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE) or para-menthane-diol (PMD)
- 2-undecanone
- Always use insect repellent as directed.
What should I do if I am bitten by bugs?
- Avoid scratching bug bites, and apply hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion to reduce the itching.
- Check your entire body for ticks after outdoor activity. Be sure to remove ticks properly.
What can I do to avoid bed bugs?
Although bed bugs do not carry disease, they are an annoyance. See our information page about avoiding bug bites for some easy tips to avoid them. For more information on bed bugs, see Bed Bugs .
For more detailed information on avoiding bug bites, see Avoid Bug Bites .
Stay safe outdoors
If your travel plans in the United Kingdom include outdoor activities, take these steps to stay safe and healthy during your trip:
- Stay alert to changing weather conditions and adjust your plans if conditions become unsafe.
- Prepare for activities by wearing the right clothes and packing protective items, such as bug spray, sunscreen, and a basic first aid kit.
- Consider learning basic first aid and CPR before travel. Bring a travel health kit with items appropriate for your activities.
- If you are outside for many hours in the heat, eat salty snacks and drink water to stay hydrated and replace salt lost through sweating.
- Protect yourself from UV radiation : use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15, wear protective clothing, and seek shade during the hottest time of day (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).
- Be especially careful during summer months and at high elevation. Because sunlight reflects off snow, sand, and water, sun exposure may be increased during activities like skiing, swimming, and sailing.
- Very cold temperatures can be dangerous. Dress in layers and cover heads, hands, and feet properly if you are visiting a cold location.
Stay safe around water
- Swim only in designated swimming areas. Obey lifeguards and warning flags on beaches.
- Do not dive into shallow water.
- Avoid swallowing water when swimming. Untreated water can carry germs that make you sick.
- Practice safe boating—follow all boating safety laws, do not drink alcohol if you are driving a boat, and always wear a life jacket.
Keep away from animals
Most animals avoid people, but they may attack if they feel threatened, are protecting their young or territory, or if they are injured or ill. Animal bites and scratches can lead to serious diseases such as rabies.
Follow these tips to protect yourself:
- Do not touch or feed any animals you do not know.
- Do not allow animals to lick open wounds, and do not get animal saliva in your eyes or mouth.
- Avoid rodents and their urine and feces.
- Traveling pets should be supervised closely and not allowed to come in contact with local animals.
- If you wake in a room with a bat, seek medical care immediately. Bat bites may be hard to see.
All animals can pose a threat, but be extra careful around dogs, bats, monkeys, sea animals such as jellyfish, and snakes. If you are bitten or scratched by an animal, immediately:
- Wash the wound with soap and clean water.
- Go to a doctor right away.
- Tell your doctor about your injury when you get back to the United States.
Reduce your exposure to germs
Follow these tips to avoid getting sick or spreading illness to others while traveling:
- Wash your hands often, especially before eating.
- If soap and water aren’t available, clean hands with hand sanitizer (containing at least 60% alcohol).
- Don’t touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you need to touch your face, make sure your hands are clean.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing.
- Try to avoid contact with people who are sick.
- If you are sick, stay home or in your hotel room, unless you need medical care.
Avoid sharing body fluids
Diseases can be spread through body fluids, such as saliva, blood, vomit, and semen.
Protect yourself:
- Use latex condoms correctly.
- Do not inject drugs.
- Limit alcohol consumption. People take more risks when intoxicated.
- Do not share needles or any devices that can break the skin. That includes needles for tattoos, piercings, and acupuncture.
- If you receive medical or dental care, make sure the equipment is disinfected or sanitized.
Know how to get medical care while traveling
Plan for how you will get health care during your trip, should the need arise:
- Carry a list of local doctors and hospitals at your destination.
- Review your health insurance plan to determine what medical services it would cover during your trip. Consider purchasing travel health and medical evacuation insurance for things your regular insurance will not cover.
- Carry a card that identifies, in the local language, your blood type, chronic conditions or serious allergies, and the generic names of any medicines you take.
- Bring copies of your prescriptions for medicine and for eye glasses and contact lenses.
- Some prescription drugs may be illegal in other countries. Call the United Kingdom’s embassy to verify that all of your prescription(s) are legal to bring with you.
- Bring all the medicines (including over-the-counter medicines) you think you might need during your trip, including extra in case of travel delays. Ask your doctor to help you get prescriptions filled early if you need to.
Many foreign hospitals and clinics are accredited by the Joint Commission International. A list of accredited facilities is available at their website ( www.jointcommissioninternational.org ).
Select safe transportation
Motor vehicle crashes are the #1 killer of healthy US citizens in foreign countries.
Be smart when you are traveling on foot.
- Use sidewalks and marked crosswalks.
- Pay attention to the traffic around you, especially in crowded areas.
- Remember, people on foot do not always have the right of way in other countries.
Riding/Driving
Choose a safe vehicle.
- Choose official taxis or public transportation, such as trains and buses.
- Make sure there are seatbelts.
- Avoid overcrowded, overloaded, top-heavy buses and minivans.
- Avoid riding on motorcycles or motorbikes, especially motorbike taxis. (Many crashes are caused by inexperienced motorbike drivers.)
- Choose newer vehicles—they may have more safety features, such as airbags, and be more reliable.
- Choose larger vehicles, which may provide more protection in crashes.
Think about the driver.
- Do not drive after drinking alcohol or ride with someone who has been drinking.
- Consider hiring a licensed, trained driver familiar with the area.
- Arrange payment before departing.
Follow basic safety tips.
- Wear a seatbelt at all times.
- Sit in the back seat of cars and taxis.
- When on motorbikes or bicycles, always wear a helmet. (Bring a helmet from home, if needed.)
- Do not use a cell phone or text while driving (illegal in many countries).
- Travel during daylight hours only, especially in rural areas.
- If you choose to drive a vehicle in the United Kingdom, learn the local traffic laws and have the proper paperwork.
- Get any driving permits and insurance you may need. Get an International Driving Permit (IDP). Carry the IDP and a US-issued driver's license at all times.
- Check with your auto insurance policy's international coverage, and get more coverage if needed. Make sure you have liability insurance.
- Avoid using local, unscheduled aircraft.
- If possible, fly on larger planes (more than 30 seats); larger airplanes are more likely to have regular safety inspections.
- Try to schedule flights during daylight hours and in good weather.
Helpful Resources
Road Safety Overseas (Information from the US Department of State): Includes tips on driving in other countries, International Driving Permits, auto insurance, and other resources.
The Association for International Road Travel has country-specific Road Travel Reports available for most countries for a minimal fee.
Traffic flows on the left side of the road in the United Kingdom.
- Always pay close attention to the flow of traffic, especially when crossing the street.
- LOOK RIGHT for approaching traffic.
Maintain personal security
Use the same common sense traveling overseas that you would at home, and always stay alert and aware of your surroundings.
Before you leave
- Research your destination(s), including local laws, customs, and culture.
- Monitor travel advisories and alerts and read travel tips from the US Department of State.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) .
- Leave a copy of your itinerary, contact information, credit cards, and passport with someone at home.
- Pack as light as possible, and leave at home any item you could not replace.
While at your destination(s)
- Carry contact information for the nearest US embassy or consulate .
- Carry a photocopy of your passport and entry stamp; leave the actual passport securely in your hotel.
- Follow all local laws and social customs.
- Do not wear expensive clothing or jewelry.
- Always keep hotel doors locked, and store valuables in secure areas.
- If possible, choose hotel rooms between the 2nd and 6th floors.
Healthy Travel Packing List
Use the Healthy Travel Packing List for United Kingdom for a list of health-related items to consider packing for your trip. Talk to your doctor about which items are most important for you.
Why does CDC recommend packing these health-related items?
It’s best to be prepared to prevent and treat common illnesses and injuries. Some supplies and medicines may be difficult to find at your destination, may have different names, or may have different ingredients than what you normally use.
If you are not feeling well after your trip, you may need to see a doctor. If you need help finding a travel medicine specialist, see Find a Clinic . Be sure to tell your doctor about your travel, including where you went and what you did on your trip. Also tell your doctor if you were bitten or scratched by an animal while traveling.
For more information on what to do if you are sick after your trip, see Getting Sick after Travel .
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Stick with your mates.
Going abroad with your mates is all about having fun. Lounging by the pool, catching the rays and partying into the early hours.
It should be a trip you want to remember for the right reasons.
Sadly, for a small number of Brits, their holiday ends in a hospital ward or a police station.
But we are here to share with you a few simple tips that can help you have a holiday to remember, not one to forget.
Here are five things that can help prevent things going wrong on the strip:
Friends don’t leave friends behind.
Serious incidents often happen after drinking alcohol when you are alone and isolated.
◊ TIP: Stick with your mates throughout the night. Stay in contact and if you’re staying at the same accommodation, go home together.
Drinking abroad can be different than back in the UK. The quality and measurements of alcohol can be larger, cheaper and deals can result in you being drunk quicker than intended.
Drinks spiking can also take place on holiday. Spiking is adding alcohol or drugs to someone’s drink without them knowing.
S piking is commonly used to distract you from theft or impair you before an assault .
◊TIP: Do not leave your drink unattended and do not accept drinks from complete strangers. This is the best strategy to prevent the possibility of your drink being spiked.
◊TIP: Consume water in-between alcoholic drinks. This will help pace you throughout the night and help keep you hydrated.
◊ TIP: Drink at your own pace. Everyone’s tolerance to alcohol is different. Consider avoiding rounds or having a break from drinking alcohol if you are feeling uneasy.
Remembering where to go at the end of the night can be tougher than you think. It’s a new environment, a different climate, and drinking alcohol could make this harder.
TIP: Keep details of your accommodation on you. Consider taking a screenshot of the hotel’s address before going out. Or ask reception if they have an address card you can take and store in your wallet.
◊ TIP: Use messaging apps to set up a group chat. This way you can send your location to your friends if you get lost or check they are safe if you lose them.
It is easy to get lost in a foreign country. Add alcohol and sun and it’s now even easier to get lost.
◊ TIP: If you are on the strip, before your first big night, familiarise yourself with the area. Exploring your surroundings will help you remember where you are later.
◊ TIP: Agree a meeting place in case you lose your friends and cannot get in contact (e.g. phone out of battery or lost etc.)
Travel insurance
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
- natural disasters
You must purchase insurance cover that is appropriate for your travel plans. Travelling without the right cover can be very expensive if things do go wrong while you are abroad.
There are many reasons why travel insurance may be invalidated.
If you buy a basic policy that does not provide enough medical coverage, you may get a big bill if you have an unexpected health issue on holiday.
You may buy a policy that does not cover your planned holiday activities such as water sports or quad biking; or does not cover cancellations or delays. If you’re injured doing activities, or your trip is disrupted, you may have a big bill to pay.
So, before you go on holiday, you can do some small things in only a few minutes which could save you a lot of money.
You must declare all pre-existing medical conditions when buying travel insurance. If you already have cover, you should check that your list of medical conditions is up to date before each trip abroad.
Failure to do this could mean your claim is rejected if you have a medical emergency while travelling.
Therefore you must be honest about any medical conditions you have, to avoid risking a big bill.
Check your policy to see what you need to declare. Medical conditions can include, but are not limited to:
- heart conditions
- high blood pressure
- respiratory conditions (such as asthma)
- mental health conditions
- any form of cancer
When buying travel insurance, consider the type of coverage you need. If you intend to engage in adventure activities, like quad-biking or water sports, you may need specific insurance cover. Check your policy before you travel to make sure all your activities are covered.
Make sure you buy travel insurance that covers the entire duration of your holiday. Some insurance policies have a limit on the amount of time you can be abroad; if you exceed it, your policy may be invalidated.
You may assume you will not need to be brought home for medical reasons whilst on holiday. But, if you become ill or injured while travelling, you may need to be transported to hospital, or back to the UK, for treatment. Medical evacuations can cost thousands of pounds.
Check your policy covers medical evacuation before travelling. This is especially important if your trip includes adventure activities like climbing, quad-biking or water sports.
Before you go on holiday, share your insurance policy details with travel companions, and friends or family at home. This can be helpful in case they need to contact your insurance company on your behalf, if you get into trouble abroad.
When you travel, take a paper copy of your insurance policy with you. If you lose your phone abroad, this paper copy will provide the information you need, including your policy number and insurer’s emergency 24 hour telephone number.
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Travel Advisory July 26, 2023
United kingdom - level 2: exercise increased caution.
Reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed.
Exercise increased caution in the United Kingdom due to terrorism.
Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in the United Kingdom. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, parks, major sporting and cultural events, educational institutions, airports, and other public areas.
There is also a risk of isolated violence by dissident groups in Northern Ireland, focused primarily on police and military targets.
Read the country information page for additional information on travel to the United Kingdom.
If you decide to travel to the United Kingdom:
- Be aware of your surroundings when traveling to tourist locations and crowded public venues.
- Follow the instructions of local authorities.
- Monitor local media for breaking events and adjust your plans based on new information.
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program ( STEP ) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
- Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.com/Travelgov
- Review the Country Security Report for the United Kingdom.
- Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States.
- Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist .
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33 Nine Elms Lane London, SW11 7US United Kingdom Telephone: +(44)(20) 7499-9000 Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +(44)(20) 7499-9000 Fax: +(44) (20) 7891-3845 Email: [email protected]
U.S. Consulate General Edinburgh, Scotland 3 Regent Terrace, Edinburgh EH7 5BW Scotland Telephone: 013-1556-8315 / from the United States: 011 (44)(13) 1556-8315 Emergency After-Hours Telephone: 020-7499-9000 / from the United States: 011 (44)(20) 7499-9000 Fax: 0131-557-6023 /from the United States: 011 (44) 131-557-6023 Email: [email protected]
U.S. Consulate General Belfast, Northern Ireland Danesfort House, 223 Stranmillis Road, Belfast BT9 5GR Northern Ireland, United Kingdom Telephone: 028-9038-6100 / from the United States: 011 (44)(28) 9038-6100 Emergency After-Hours Telephone: 01253-501106 / from the United States: 011 (44) 1253-501106 Fax: 028-9068-1301 / from the United States: 011 (44)(28) 9068-1301 Email: [email protected]
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Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements
- To enter the United Kingdom, your passport must be valid for the entire duration of your planned stay.
- Starting June 2019, U.S. passport holders will be able to use the ePassport Gates upon arrival in the United Kingdom. U.S. citizens who had previously registered for the UK’s Registered Traveller Service (RTS) should now also use the ePassport Gates on arrival in the UK.
- If you are planning onward travel after departing the UK, note that many other countries require at least six months’ remaining validity on your passport to enter. If you are bound for Continental Europe, please see our U.S. travelers in Europe page for additional details.
- Visas for specific categories of visitors must be obtained prior to travel. Visit the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) website to determine if you need a visa to enter the United Kingdom. We cannot intervene on your behalf when you apply for a UK visa, nor can we advocate for your admission into the UK if you are denied entry.
- Students and prospective students should visit the UKVI website to determine if they need a visa.
- For some U.S. travelers, especially students, an entry stamp is required. Please consult this website for more information.
- Unpaid and paid workers, interns, volunteers, charity workers, and temporary workers can find information about obtaining a visa on the UKVI website .
- Visitors traveling to the United Kingdom to get married, even if they do not plan to reside there, must obtain a visa in advance. See the UKVI website for visa information.
- Surcharges apply to certain categories of visas, generally those involving work, study, or residency for more than six months. More information is available on the UKVI website and in our Health section below.
The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of the United Kingdom.
Find information on dual nationality , prevention of international child abduction and customs regulations on our websites.
Safety and Security
Terrorist groups continue plotting possible near-term attacks in Europe. The UK Security Service publishes specific reasons for any changes in the threat level and recommended actions for the public via its UK threat levels website .
There is the potential for isolated violence related to the political situation in Northern Ireland. The Police Service of Northern Ireland assesses there is a continued threat of violence from dissident groups in Northern Ireland, focused primarily on police and military targets, and may involve the use of firearms and explosives . Tensions may be heightened during the summer marching season (April to August), particularly on and around the July 12 public holiday.
Avoid areas of demonstrations if possible, and be careful within the vicinity of demonstrations. Demonstrations occur frequently in and around city centers and areas where tourists frequent. Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate to violence.
The phone number for police/fire/ambulance emergency services is 999 in the United Kingdom and 112 in Gibraltar. You should also use these numbers to report security threats or suspicious packages. Also see information for contacting police from abroad .
- Be cautious and aware of your surroundings.
- Be vigilant, as pickpocketing , mugging, and “snatch and grab” theft of mobile phones, watches and jewelry can occur.
- Do not leave bags unattended in restaurants, pubs, hotel lobbies, and parked cars.
- Be alert to other criminal schemes, such as impostors posing as undercover police officers and “fining” tourists for bogus minor offenses. A legitimate Metropolitan Police Services officer will never demand an immediate cash payment.
- Use only licensed Black Cabs or pre-ordered car services (minicabs) . Unlicensed taxis or private cars posing as taxis may offer low fares, but in some instances, travelers have been robbed or sexually assaulted while using these cars. See Transport for London for additional information on cabs and car services .
- Avoid using ATMs that look temporary in structure or location or are located in isolated areas – they may not be legitimate. Use ATMs located inside a bank branch.
Scams : Before sending any money to individuals you have never met in person, visit the Embassy London website for more information about internet financial scams and how to protect yourself.
See the Department of State and the FBI pages for information on scams.
Victims of Crime : Report crimes to the local police at 999 (United Kingdom) or 112 (Gibraltar) and contact the U.S. Embassy at +(44) (20) 7499-9000.
- Local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crimes.
See our webpage on help for U.S. victims of crime overseas .
- help you find appropriate medical care
- assist you in reporting a crime to the police
- contact relatives or friends with your written consent
- explain the local criminal justice process in general terms
- provide a list of local attorneys
- provide our information on victim compensation programs in the United States
- The Victim Support website is maintained by an independent UK charity to help people cope with the effects of crime
- A Northern Ireland-based independent charity maintains a similar victim support website
- In Scotland, victims of crime should contact Victim Support Scotland
- provide an emergency loan for repatriation to the United States and/or limited medical support if you are destitute
- help you find accommodation and arrange flights home
- replace a stolen or lost passport
Domestic Violence: U.S. citizen victims of domestic violence may contact the Embassy for assistance.
Tourism: The tourism industry is generally regulated and rules are regularly enforced. Hazardous areas/activities are identified with appropriate signage and professional staff is typically on hand in support of organized activities. In the event of an injury, appropriate medical treatment is widely available throughout the country. Outside of a major metropolitan center, it may take more time for first responders and medical professionals to stabilize a patient and provide life-saving assistance. U.S. citizens are encouraged to purchase medical evacuation insurance .
Local Laws & Special Circumstances
Criminal Penalties: You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned.
Furthermore, some laws are also prosecutable in the United States, regardless of local law. For examples, see our website on crimes against minors abroad and the Department of Justice website.
- You will be arrested if you bring pocket knives, blades, mace or pepper spray canisters, or any part of a gun into the United Kingdom . Please refer to the UK government publication Travelling to the UK , which details the items visitors are prohibited from bringing into the United Kingdom.
- Penalties against alcohol-related and other in-flight crimes committed aboard aircraft to and from the United Kingdom are stiff and are enforced with prison sentences . Please also see our information on U.S. customs regulations covering your return to the United States.
- Controlled Substances: UK law prohibits possession and trafficking of controlled substances and narcotics, including some substances that may be legal to possess under the law of certain U.S. states. More information on controlled substances is available here . Individuals who violate UK drug laws may face penalties including fines or prison sentences.
Arrest Notification: If you are arrested or detained in the United Kingdom, ask police or prison officials to notify the U.S. Embassy immediately. See our webpage for further information.
Special Circumstances:
- The legal drinking age in the United Kingdom is 18. Parents and organizers of school trips should read our Students Abroad website to help plan a safe and enjoyable experience.
- Scotland’s “drink drive limit” law was amended to a lower level (roughly .05 BAC) and is stricter than the rest of the United Kingdom (roughly .08 BAC). This means that driving after even one drink can result in a charge of driving under the influence.
- The United Kingdom has very strict gun control laws, and importing firearms is extremely complicated. Information on applying for a firearm and/or shotgun certificate can be found on the London Metropolitan Police Firearms licensing webpage . Licenses from England or Wales may not be valid in Scotland; please check with the appropriate authorities. For firearms certificates for Scotland, please check with Police Scotland .
Faith-Based Travelers: See our following webpages for details:
- International Religious Freedom Report – see country reports
- Human Rights Report – see country reports
- Hajj Fact Sheet for Travelers
- Best Practices for Volunteering Abroad
LGBTI Travelers: There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or the organization of LGBTI events in the United Kingdom.
See our LGBTI Travel Information page and section 6 of our Human Rights report for further details.
Travelers Who Require Accessibility Assistance:
- UK law requires that all public service providers (except in the transportation sector) make “reasonable adjustments” to ensure their services are available to persons with disabilities. Nevertheless, code exemptions permit many older buildings to have steps up from the street.
- Getting around in cities may be difficult at times because sidewalks can be narrow and uneven.
- Most London Underground and UK National Rail System stations are not readily accessible for people with disabilities. Many stations do not have elevators, and have stairways and long corridors for changing trains or exiting to the street. Many UK buses are equipped with lowering platforms for limited-mobility or sight- or hearing-disabled travelers.
- Many taxis have swivel-entry seats or retractable ramps to ease entry.
- Disabled parking permits (known as “blue badges”) are issued by local government councils throughout the country. Visit the UK government website for contact information. Some councils may not offer permits to temporary visitors.
The Transport for London and National Rail websites provide information for passengers with disabilities.
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While medical services are widely available, free medical care under the National Health System (NHS) is allowed only for UK residents, certain EU nationals, and some visa holders.
An NHS surcharge is assessed on certain visa applicants at the time of application. Tourists and short-term visitors will not be assessed the surcharge, but will be charged 150 percent of the cost of any medical treatment they receive from the NHS. Unpaid balances of £1,000 or more can result in being barred from return to the United Kingdom.
- The U.S. government does not pay medical bills, and U.S. Medicare is not valid overseas.
Medical Insurance: Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage overseas . Most care providers overseas only accept cash payments . See our webpage for more information on insurance coverage overseas.
- We strongly recommend supplemental insurance to cover medical evacuation.
Carry prescription medication in original packaging, along with your doctor’s prescription. Traveling with sufficient supplies to last the duration of your trip is recommended. Mailing prescriptions is prohibitive and may be delayed or rejected by British customs.
Certain prescriptions available in the United States are classified as a "controlled drug" in the United Kingdom and cannot be brought into the country without applying for and obtaining a prior license. This includes prescriptions for medical marijuana or products containing CBD and THC. Please visit the https://www.gov.uk/travelling-controlled-drugs for additional information.
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Road Conditions and Safety: Road conditions in the United Kingdom can differ significantly from those in the United States.
- In contrast to the United States, UK traffic drives on the left. Read the Highway Code before driving.
- Emergency call boxes (orange telephone booths with “SOS” printed on them) are found at half-mile intervals along motorways. White and blue poles point in the direction of the nearest call box. Call boxes dial directly to a motorway center. Use these phones rather than a personal cell phone, because motorway center personnel will immediately know your exact location.
- Generally, pedestrians do not have the right of way and should not expect vehicles to stop for them.
Many U.S. citizen pedestrians are injured, some fatally, every year in the United Kingdom, because they forget that oncoming traffic approaches from the opposite direction than in the United States. Exercise extra care when crossing streets; remain alert and look both ways before stepping into the street.
Traffic Laws:
- UK penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs are strict and often result in prison sentences .
- Using a hand-held cell phone or similar device while driving is illegal in the United Kingdom. Only hands-free phones may be used. You will be fined , or in the case of an accident, arrested and serve time in prison .
- The speed limit on highways/motorways in the United Kingdom is 70 mph, or lower when posted.
- You will be detained and arrested if you cannot provide a UK address to receive a subpoena or are about to depart the United Kingdom and have to be brought to court quickly for a motoring offense.
- In Central London, a congestion charge is levied on all drivers who pass through the congestion zone. You will be fined or arrested if you do not pay the charge. See Transport for London for more information about driving in London.
Public Transportation: Public transport in the United Kingdom is extensive.
- Information on disruptions to London transportation services can be found on the Transport for London website.
- Information about the status of National Rail Services can be found on the National Rail Enquiries website.
- Bus and train service information in Northern Ireland can be found on the Translink website.
- Bus and train service information in Scotland can be found on the Traveline Scotland website.
See our Road Safety page for more information. For specific information concerning UK driving permits, vehicle inspection, road tax, and mandatory insurance, refer to the UK Department for Transport website or the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency website.
Aviation Safety Oversight: The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has assessed the government of the United Kingdom’s Civil Aviation Authority as being in compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) aviation safety standards for oversight of United Kingdom’s air carrier operations. Further information may be found on the FAA’s safety assessment page .
Maritime Travel: Mariners planning travel to the United Kingdom should also check for U.S. maritime advisories and alerts at www.marad.dot.gov/msci . Information may also be posted to the U.S. Coast Guard homeport website and the NGA broadcast warnings website (select “broadcast warnings”).
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- See traveling safely abroad for useful travel tips.
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Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Albania.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Algeria.
American Samoa
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter American Samoa.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Angola.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Anguilla.
Antigua And Barbuda
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Antigua And Barbuda.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Argentina.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Armenia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Aruba.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Australia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Austria.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Azerbaijan.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Bahrain.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Bangladesh.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Barbados.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Belgium.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Belize.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Benin.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Bermuda.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Bhutan.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Bolivia.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Botswana.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Brazil.
British Virgin Islands
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the British Virgin Islands.
Brunei Darussalam
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Brunei Darussalam.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Bulgaria.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Burundi.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Cambodia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Cameroon.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Canada.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Cape Verde.
Caribbean Netherlands
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Caribbean Netherlands.
Cayman Islands
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Cayman Islands.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Chad.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Chile.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter China.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Colombia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Comoros.
Cook Islands
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Cook Islands.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Costa Rica.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Croatia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Curaçao.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Cyprus.
Czech Republic
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Czech Republic.
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Denmark.
Fully vaccinated visitors from the United States can enter Djibouti without restrictions.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Dominica.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Dominican Republic.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, need to quarantine to enter East Timor.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Ecuador.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Egypt.
El Salvador
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter El Salvador.
Equatorial Guinea
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Equatorial Guinea.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Eritrea.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Estonia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Eswatini.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Ethiopia.
Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas).
Faroe Islands
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Faroe Islands.
Federated States of Micronesia
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Federated States of Micronesia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Fiji.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Finland.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter France.
French Guiana
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter French Guiana.
French Polynesia
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter French Polynesia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Gabon.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Gambia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Georgia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Germany.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Ghana.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Gibraltar.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Greece.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Greenland.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Grenada.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Guadeloupe.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Guam.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Guatemala.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Guinea.
Guinea-Bissau
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Guinea-Bissau.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Guyana.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Honduras.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Hong Kong.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Hungary.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Iceland.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter India.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Indonesia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Ireland.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Italy.
Ivory Coast
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Ivory Coast.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Jamaica.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Japan.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Jersey.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Jordan.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Kazakhstan.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Kenya.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Kiribati.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Kosovo.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Kuwait.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Kyrgyzstan.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Laos.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Latvia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Lesotho.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Liberia.
Liechtenstein
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Liechtenstein.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Lithuania.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Luxembourg.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Macau.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Madagascar.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Malawi.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Malaysia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Maldives.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Malta.
Marshall Islands
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Marshall Islands.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Martinique.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Mauritania.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Mauritius.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Mayotte.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Mexico.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Moldova.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Mongolia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Montenegro.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Montserrat.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Mozambique.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Namibia.
Fully vaccinated visitors from the United States can enter Nauru without restrictions.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Nepal.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Netherlands.
New Caledonia
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter New Caledonia.
New Zealand
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter New Zealand.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Nicaragua.
Fully vaccinated visitors from the United States can enter Niger without restrictions.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Nigeria.
North Macedonia
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter North Macedonia.
Northern Mariana Islands
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Northern Mariana Islands.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Norway.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Oman.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Pakistan.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Palau.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Panama.
Papua New Guinea
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Papua New Guinea.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Paraguay.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Peru.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Philippines.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Poland.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Portugal.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Puerto Rico.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Qatar.
Republic of the Congo
Fully vaccinated visitors from the United States can enter Republic of the Congo without restrictions.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Réunion.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Romania.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Rwanda.
Saint Barthélemy
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Saint Barthélemy.
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Saint Kitts and Nevis.
Saint Lucia
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Saint Lucia.
Saint Martin
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Saint Martin.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Samoa.
São Tomé and Príncipe
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter São Tomé and Príncipe.
Saudi Arabia
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Saudi Arabia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Senegal.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Serbia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Seychelles.
Sierra Leone
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Sierra Leone.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Singapore.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Slovakia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Slovenia.
Solomon Islands
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Solomon Islands.
South Africa
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter South Africa.
South Korea
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter South Korea.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Spain.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Sri Lanka.
St. Maarten
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter St. Maarten.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Sudan.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Suriname.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Sweden.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Switzerland.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Taiwan.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Tajikistan.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Tanzania.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Thailand.
The Bahamas
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter The Bahamas.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Togo.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Tonga.
Trinidad and Tobago
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Trinidad and Tobago.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Tunisia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Türkiye.
Turkmenistan
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, will not be allowed to enter Turkmenistan.
Turks and Caicos Islands
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Tuvalu.
U.S. Virgin Islands
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Uganda.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the United Arab Emirates.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter the United Kingdom.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Uruguay.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Uzbekistan.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Vanuatu.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Vietnam.
Wallis and Futuna
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Wallis and Futuna.
Western Sahara
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, will not be allowed to enter Western Sahara.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Zambia.
Most visitors from the United States, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Zimbabwe.
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We check for travel restriction information from government authorities daily, and update the page any time we get new information. The following information regarding travel restrictions for each country is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication.
How many countries are closed to visitors?
As of Sep 11, 2 countries have completely restricted entry to non-citizens and 5 are open but require quarantine and/or a negative COVID test.
Where can I travel without COVID restrictions?
Currently you can travel from the United States to 197 countries without restrictions. Please check our map to learn more.
Are there any other types of travel restrictions besides COVID-19 tests and quarantines?
These are the two main types of restrictions or requirements needed to travel into another country. However, the COVID-19 testing options are continually widening as new methods are developed. Different countries may accept results from different or multiple test types, so be sure to check the individual country's specific requirements.
What should I do if I get COVID-19 while in another country?
If you get COVID-19 while in another country, follow the local authority's recommendations. These may include hospitalization, self-isolating and testing in that country. Be sure to contact your travel insurance company and travel provider as well and inform them of your situation.
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Map shows hottest places in the UK this week
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It’s taken an absolute age, but finally the UK is experiencing a proper stint of summery weather.
A heatwave expected to last several days is expected to peak with temperatures of 28°C or 29°C on Wednesday.
A yellow heat alert from the UK Health and Security Agency is in place across most of England until Thursday afternoon with warnings to stay hydrated and look out for vulnerable people.
The agency says the worst affected areas will be the East Midlands, East Anglia and the South East with the ‘potential for significant impacts to be observed across the health and social care sector due to the high temperatures’.
What will the weather be like this week?
Overall this week people can expect temperatures to be on average between 22 and 24°C across all parts of the UK.
In central, eastern and western areas of England, temperatures will average around 25 to 27°C.
But for London and parts of the south east the merucry is predicted to reach 28 and 29°C – maybe even 30°C in some areas.
The hot weather is expected to start on Monday and although it will be mainly cloudy, sunnier conditions are expected midweek.
In terms of the heat health warning, this applies to all areas in England except the north east.
The warning is jointly issued with the Met Office and while the heat is ‘unlikely to impact most people’, vulnerable people and those with medical conditions will struggle.
Dan Rudman, Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist, said: ‘Fine conditions will begin this week for much of the UK and this will be accompanied by a boost in temperatures with many places reaching the mid-20°Cs.
‘Some central and southern areas are likely to see temperatures approaching the values needed for heatwave conditions.
‘Heatwave conditions need to remain in situ for three consecutive days, and by the beginning to middle of the week it is possible that some parts of the UK could be reaching heatwave thresholds.
‘However, whether or not everyone experiences heatwave thresholds, the majority of the UK will experience the highest temperatures so far this year.’
From Tuesday through to Thursday it is also becoming hot and humid with varying, often large, amounts of cloud, but also bright or sunny spells and conditions are expected to remain dry.
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Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch has been touted as potential leader of the Conservative Party in the future.
And she has hinted she may run to replace Rishi Sunak if he loses the vote on 4 July.
She unsuccessfully stood to be leader in 2022 after Boris Johnson was ousted, but won the backing of powerful figures like Michael Gove.
Asked about the leadership of the party in the future, Ms Badenoch said: "We need to focus on this election.
"The choice is going to be between us or between them (Labour).
"Be afraid if it is them, is all I would say.
"And we will talk about leadership things after an election, but not before."
She said her current gig has been "the job of a lifetime".
In a not entirely unprecedented move, the Liberal Democrats are calling for government to take more steps to address the betting scandal.
Daisy Cooper, the party's deputy leader, has written to Sir Laurie Magnus calling for an official probe.
Sir Laurie is the government’s ethics adviser - and led the investigation into Nadhim Zahawi that ultimately saw the minister sacked.
In her letter, Ms Cooper wrote: "If any ministers are found to have used their privileged position to place bets on the date of the election, or were indirectly involved in any way, this could amount to a clear breach of the ministerial code."
She adds: "With the general election just 10 days away, I hope you would agree that the public deserves urgent clarity and answers about the scale of this scandal and whether any ministers were involved, and if a breach of the code has occurred."
Currently, the election betting scandal is being investigated by the Gambling Commission - the watchdog for gambling in the UK.
However, the City of London Police has told Sky News it would review the case if the commission decides to pass over the files.
Assistant commissioner Nik Adams, the force's lead for the election, said: "We have not been contacted by the Gambling Commission regarding an investigation into bets placed on the general election.
"However, if they conclude their investigation and decide to make a referral, we will conduct a thorough review."
The City of London force take the national lead on financial crime and similar cases.
We've heard from Rishi Sunak and Nigel Farage already this hour - and now we've seen Sir Keir Starmer.
The Labour leader has been at a rally in Northamptonshire, where he gave his response to the breaking news that the Tories have launched their own investigation into the betting scandal engulfing the party.
Sir Keir isn't impressed, saying it's an attempt by the prime minister to "kick this into the long grass on the other side of the election".
He says an investigation into who had placed bets should have been launched last week and "only take half an hour".
Sir Keir says the scandal "goes to the heart of what the Tories have become", when candidates see an election as a chance to make money, and repeats his call for suspensions.
He says the "chaos, division, and failure" of the last 14 years are once again being displayed in the Conservative campaign.
Nigel Farage is speaking at a campaign event in Maidstone, Kent.
He is trying to recover his position after the cross-party criticism he faced for saying the West provoked Russia into invading Ukraine.
Mr Farage says he would "never, ever, ever defend Putin" - and that Putin's behaviour in the war is "reprehensible".
He then attacks Boris Johnson, who he's accused of hypocrisy after the former prime minister emerged as one of the chief critics of his remarks about Vladimir Putin last week.
Mr Farage has pointed out Mr Johnson said the EU was to blame for the 2014 war in Ukraine (when Russia occupied and annexed Crimea), brandishing a newspaper front page from 2016.
'The worst PM of modern times'
Mr Farage says Mr Johnson will go down as the "worst prime minister of modern times", who betrayed an "80-seat majority" and betrayed Brexit supporters.
He says the former prime minister "pretended" to be a Conservative, but was actually a green.
The Reform UK leader then pivots to attack the Conservative Party for cutting the defence budget.
He claims "you get peace through strength" - but he will also always campaign for peace where it is possible.
Mr Farage also goes after Joe Biden for the withdrawal of US forces from Afghanistan - which he says emboldened Russia and China.
Mr Farage moves on to the Conservative betting scandal.
He likens the Tory party to an "organised betting ring" - and jokes Rishi Sunak will announce the UK is "leaving the Gambling Commission".
Rishi Sunak has been speaking to journalists on the campaign trail this lunchtime.
He reveals the Conservatives are conducting their own investigation into the betting allegations surrounding the party.
But Mr Sunak says he is not aware of any further candidates being looked into than those who were named last week - and says he himself is not being investigated.
The prime minister confirms he has never placed a bet on politics.
It comes as the Gambling Commission conducts an investigation into several bets placed on the date of the general election.
Four Tory candidates and officials are being investigated - the last one named was the party's chief data officer, Nick Mason.
Mr Sunak has not been drawn on that investigation, saying it's "independent of government" and "independent of me".
"I don't have details of their investigation," he adds.
The Tories "will act on any relevant findings or information" from their own inquiry and "pass it on to the Gambling Commission".
Sky deputy political editor Sam Coates has been speaking to Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer this morning.
Sam questions Sir Keir on the claims made by Paul Johnson of the Institute for Fiscal Studies, that it will be hard for the next government to invest - and growth is likely to be low.
Sir Keir says: "Yes, we need to invest in our public services, and I ran one for five years, I believe in that.
"Yes, we need to grow our economy.
"I don't actually agree with these forecasts, that are premised on the basis that we cannot grow the economy, that things cannot be better than they are now.
"I'm proud that our manifesto is a manifesto for building and creating wealth, and that's the change."
Pushed on whether growth can come into the economy fast enough for Labour to enact its plans, Sir Keir says his party has been talking to investors to try to get backing for the big plans in their manifesto.
"I don't accept that nothing can get better," he adds.
Sir Ed Davey, the Liberal Democrat leader, has been asked about the ongoing betting scandal.
Asked whether politicians should be subject to betting restrictions, he says: "I'd be happy to look at restrictions on politicians, of course, and I'd be happy for the Gambling Commission to put forward ideas."
He adds that the Tories "could do far more" on the scandal.
"It feels to me like, as has been so often the case during this Parliament, they seem to be in it for themselves, not for the public service.
"You see one rule for the Conservatives and another rule for others."
Our live poll tracker collates the results of opinion surveys carried out by all the main polling organisations - and allows you to see how the political parties are performing in the run-up to the general election.
It shows a drop in support in recent days for Labour and the Tories - with a jump for Reform and the Liberal Democrats.
Read more about the tracker here .
Sky business correspondent Paul Kelso was watching the economist Paul Johnson heavily criticise all the political parties over their financial plans.
Paul likens Mr Johnson to a "fiscal referee", with the Institute for Fiscal Studies "defensive" about its independent status.
The analysis of the economic situation was "withering", Paul says - and that it outlined how politicians were "dodging the fundamental underlying position of the British economy".
This is down to high debt interest rate payments, demographic changes, rising welfare and increasing defence spending.
Paul says of Mr Johnson: "His point is that unless there's some magical growth - perhaps not quite magical, but unexpected growth - in the forecast, whoever comes to power is going to have to either increase taxes or cut spending or increase borrowing.
"And none of the parties are willing to talk about that in detail."
Speaking from the Conservative campaign today, political correspondent Rob Powell says the Tory response will be to say their pledged tax cuts will increase growth, which in turn will bring in greater tax receipts - but has kept quiet on its plans if this does not happen.
And political correspondent Tamara Cohen is with Labour today.
She says the current opposition's response will be they are going for growth too - but haven't outlined their plans for tax rises or spending cuts if this does not happen.
Tamara adds that Labour is not really engaging with the question of what happens if the economy does not perform well.
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