Visiting UK

The following are UK visa and passport requirements for people visiting the UK for tourist purposes:

UK Visa and Passport Requirements for U.S. Citizens: Passport required. No visa required for stays of up to six months.

UK Visa and Passport Requirements for Australian Citizens: Passport required. No visa required for stays of up to six months.

UK Visa and Passport Requirements for Canadian Citizens: Passport required. No visa required for stays of up to six months.

UK Visa and Passport Requirements for Irish Citizens: Passport required. No visa required for stays of up to six months.

UK Visa and Passport Requirements for South African Citizens: Passport required. No visa required for stays of up to six months.

UK Visa and Passport Requirements for Nigerian Citizens: Passport required. Visa and/or transit visa required.

UK Visa and Passport Requirements for Kenyan Citizens: Passport required. Visa and/or transit visa required.

Note: Requirements are subject to change, so be sure to check the website of your country’s embassy or consulate before you travel.

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