Upon arrival into the UK, you must present a valid passport, and in some cases, a visa...
Travel HealthThere are no endemic diseases in the United Kingdom and no vaccinations are required to..
Local CurrencyBritish money is based on the decimal system – there are one hundred pence to each..
WeatherThe climate of the UK is best described as humid-temperate. The weather is notoriously..
Local CustomsMost residents of the UK are friendly and polite and tolerant of visitors. The UK's..
LanguagesThe UK has two official languages, English and Welsh. The latter is spoken only in Wales..
Transport OptionsInternational airports are located throughout all the countries that are part of the..
Local FoodBritish food is famous for being on the unhealthy side, perhaps the most notable aspect..
Local TimezonesIn the winter months, Britain operates on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). However, British..
Dutyfree LimitsVisitors over 18 can bring the following into the UK without paying duty: • 200..
Upon arrival into the UK, you must present a valid passport, and in some cases, a visa. As a general rule passports should be valid for at least six months. Citizens of countries in the European Economic Area (EEA) do not require a Visa. Many visitors from other countries are also exempt from the visa requirement for visits of 3 - 6 months - this includes Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the US. However you will be required to complete a landing card upon arrival.
Ensure that you check whether or not you require a Visa well before you plan to arrive in the UK. Visas cannot be issued in the UK so you must hold one before entry if required to do so. You may be required to show immigration officials that you have return or onward tickets and adequate means of support and accommodation upon entering the UK.
Check the British Home office site for detailed requirements at http://www.ukvisas.gov.uk/en/
There are no departure taxes from UK airports.
As entry requirements may change from time to time it is strongly advised that you check with the department of foreign affairs or your local consulate or embassy for the current requirements.
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We strongly advise that all Australian travellers check the latest travel advice on the Australian Government Smart Traveller site.
Cardiff is the capital city of Wales, Europe's youngest capital and one of the fastest-growing cities in Britain...
Conwy InformationA classic medieval walled town, packed with historic properties, Conwy is at the head of the stunning Conwy Valley and..
Pembrokeshire InformationPembrokeshire Coast National Park is the only coastal park in Britain. Much of the coast line is owned and managed by..
Snowdonia InformationSnowdonia National Park is the mountainous area of north west Wales and includes the highest mountain in England and..
Machynlleth InformationMachynlleth is where the Welsh rebel Owain Glyndŵr established his parliament in the 15th century and the black and..
Brecon InformationThe market town of Brecon is just an hour's drive north from Cardiff. It is beautifully situated, giving sweeping views..
Carmarthenshire InformationWhilst visiting Carmarthenshire you cannot escape its strong agricultural links. Green fields and hills stretch as far..
Aberystwyth InformationAberystwyth is an established holiday resort, which is home to many of Wales' cultural institutions, situated on..
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