Heathrow Airport

Heathrow Airport

Heathrow Airport, originally called London Airport until 1966 and now known as London Heathrow, is a major international airport in London, England. Heathrow is the second busiest airport in the world by international passenger traffic, as well as the third busiest airport in Europe by passenger traffic, and the seventh busiest airport in the world by total passenger traffic. Your first stop after landing is passport control. Simply follow the exit signs when you leave the plane. Entry requirements may apply if you’re travelling from outside the EEA*. Your passport must be valid for your stay. Electronic passport gates speed up entry into the UK. Simply scan your passport and allow our system to match your face to the chip in your passport. If you’re passing through the UK border before onward travel you can apply for a 48 hour visa. This must be done prior to your arrival to the UK on the Government website, linked below. Your passport must allow entry into the UK and have a booking for onward travel.

On 1 January 2021, the UK left the European Union. Passengers will continue to be able to use Heathrow to travel from the UK to the EU, but there may be some extra steps you will need to take prior to travel. You must complete the UK Government passenger locator form before you arrive in the UK from any country. You can pre-register your details prior to travel at the link below.