193 destinations, A to Z: whether you need a visa, an eVisa, a visa on arrival or nothing at all, and how long you may stay.
Since 10 April 2026 the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) has been fully operational at Schengen external borders. Non-EU travellers are registered biometrically on arrival, and the registration replaces passport stamps.
Source (European Commission: EES)
ETIAS, the EU’s future travel authorisation for visa-exempt visitors, is not in operation. No applications are being collected and the EU has not set a start date; it says it will announce one several months in advance. The fee is set at €20.
Source (European Commission: ETIAS)
Entry requirements for British passport holders, A–Z
| Destination | Entry requirement | Allowed stay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | eVisa | 30 days | e-Visa: Visitors must arrive at Kabul International (KBL). Due to safety concerns, the UK Government advises its citizens to avoid travelling to Afghanistan.GOV.UK advice |
| Albania | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Algeria | Visa required | – | Persons may be denied entry if entering with a passport containing visas or stamps issued by Israel. Visitors on tours organized to some southern regions by an approved travel agency may obtain a visa on arrival for up to 30 days.GOV.UK advice |
| Andorra | Visa not required | – | GOV.UK advice |
| Angola | Visa not required | 30 days | 30 days per trip, but no more than 90 days within any 1 calendar year for tourism purposes only. Visitors must have a return/onward ticket and a hotel reservation confirmation. An International Certificate of Vaccination is required.GOV.UK advice |
| Antigua and Barbuda | Visa not required | 6 months | GOV.UK advice |
| Argentina | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Armenia | Visa not required | 180 days | Visa upon arrival for a maximum term of 180 days in a year.GOV.UK advice |
| Australia | eVisitor | 90 days | If granted, eVisitor allows British citizens to stay in Australia for 90 days per visit. Multiple entry allowed during the eVisitor visa 12 months period. Issued free of charge and valid for 1 year.
MoreAccording to HPI (Henley Passport Index) methodology pre-departure government approval, like eVisitor manual processing is not considered as visa free. |
| Austria | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Azerbaijan | eVisa | 30 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Bahamas | Visa not required | 8 months | Extendable up to 8 months.GOV.UK advice |
| Bahrain | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 14 days | Visas can be issued on arrival for a stay up to 3 months.GOV.UK advice |
| Bangladesh | Visa on arrival | 30 days | Visa on arrival available at Hazrat Shahjalal International AirportGOV.UK advice |
| Barbados | Visa not required | 6 months | GOV.UK advice |
| Belarus | Visa not required | 30 days | Visa free until 31st December 2026. Due to safety concerns, the UK Government advises its citizens to avoid travelling to Belarus.GOV.UK advice |
| Belgium | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Belize | Visa not required | – | GOV.UK advice |
| Benin | eVisa | 30 days | Must have an international vaccination certificate. Three types of electronic visa are offered: the e-Visa valid for 30 days for a single entry (50 EUR), the e-Visa valid for 30 days for several (multiple) entries (75 EU
MoreR), and the e-Visa valid for 90 days to make several (multiple) entries (100 EUR). |
| Bhutan | eVisa | 90 days | The Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) of 200 USD per person, per night for almost all visitors to Bhutan. Additionally, if payment is made in US dollars from September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2027, the SDF is 100 USD.GOV.UK advice |
| Bolivia | Visa not required | 90 days | As of 2025, travellers may be given an initial 30 days stamp (on arrival) and can extend it for another 60 days. The Department of Immigration has imposed an annual limit for tourists of 90 days without a visa.
MoreFor longer periods advice must be sought before travelling from the Bolivian Embassy in London. |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 6-month period.GOV.UK advice |
| Botswana | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Brazil | Visa not required | 90 days | As of 2025, UK passport holders are exempt from VIVIS as long as their stay does not exceed 90 days per year (counted from the date of first entry, multiple entries permitted).
MoreExtension of stay: the stay may be extended for up to the same amount of time granted upon first entry (i.e. up to 90, 60 or 30 days). |
| Brunei | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Bulgaria | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Burkina Faso | eVisa | – | GOV.UK advice |
| Burundi | Online Visa / Visa on arrival | 1 month | From December 2021, passengers of all countries that required visa, can now obtain visa on arrival at Bujumbura International Airport, and all land borders.GOV.UK advice |
| Cambodia | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 30 days | Extendable for another 30 days.GOV.UK advice |
| Cameroon | eVisa | – | Pre-approved visa can be picked up on arrival.GOV.UK advice |
| Canada | Electronic Travel Authorization | 6 months | Electronic Travel Authorization required if arriving by air.GOV.UK advice |
| Cape Verde | Visa not required | 30 days | Must register online at least five days prior to arrival. Visitors must pay the Airport Security Fee (TSA) before visiting. The cost is 3,400 CVE (approx. 31 EUR) and can be paid via the online platform (EASE).GOV.UK advice |
| Central African Republic | Visa required | – | Due to security concerns, the UK Government advises its citizens to avoid travelling to Central African Republic.GOV.UK advice |
| Chad | eVisa | – | GOV.UK advice |
| Chile | Visa not required | 90 days | May be extended.GOV.UK advice |
| China | Visa not required | 30 days | 30-day visa-free stay if arriving by December 31, 2026. 30-day visa-free stay in Hainan Island, if arriving on the island directly from outside Mainland China such as Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, or any country with direct
Moreflights to the island. 240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit to a third country or region (including Hong Kong, Macau or Taiwan) using any mode of transport. Must have a confirmed onward ticket/itinerary, and enter through 1 of 64 approved ports. During which, may freely travel within the 24 provinces permitted for visa-free transit and engage in tourism, business, and visits. 24-hour visa-free transit to a third country or region (including Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan), is available at most international airports, without leaving the airport. Travellers who need to leave the airport may obtain a temporary entry permit from immigration. 5-day port visa (Visa on Arrival) for Shenzhen if arriving at designated ports of entry from Hong Kong by land or sea, for stays within Shenzhen. 3-day port visa (Visa on Arrival) if arriving in Zhuhai or Xiamen at designated ports of entry, for stays within the respective city. 15-day visa-free entry for cruise ship passengers in tour groups, if arriving at any cruise port along China's coastline, including but not limited to Tianjin; Dalian; Shanghai; Lianyungang; Wenzhou; Zhoushan; Xiamen; Qingdao; Guangzhou; Shenzhen; Beihai; Haikou; Sanya. May further travel inland to all regions of coastal provinces (and equivalents) and Beijing. May apply for a port visa (Visa on Arrival) if travelling for an urgent, qualified reason. Prior clearance for port visa is highly recommended or may be denied boarding by airlines. Visiting visas issued to British citizens are generally valid for 2 years. |
| Colombia | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Comoros | Visa on arrival | 45 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Republic of the Congo | Visa required | – | GOV.UK advice |
| Democratic Republic of the Congo | eVisa | 7 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Costa Rica | Visa not required | 180 days | As of 2025, British passport holders can visit Costa Rica without a visa for up to 180 days under a tourist visa waiver. The exact period is at the discretion of the immigration officer on arrival.
MoreIf they plan to work, or stay for a longer period, the visitor must consult the Costa Rican Embassy in the UK. |
| Côte d'Ivoire | eVisa | 3 months | e-Visa holders must arrive via Port Bouet Airport.GOV.UK advice |
| Croatia | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180 day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Cuba | eVisa | 90 days | As of July 2025, an evisa is needed (online) for single entry 90 day period. Visa is extendable.GOV.UK advice |
| Cyprus | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within 180-day period.GOV.UK advice |
| Czech Republic | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Denmark | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Djibouti | eVisa | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Dominica | Visa not required | 6 months | GOV.UK advice |
| Dominican Republic | Visa not required | 30 days | Will normally be granted a 30-day stay on arrival. This can be extended up to 120 days by an extension online.GOV.UK advice |
| Ecuador | Visa not required | 90 days | As of 2025, can enter without a visa for up to 90 days in any 12-month period. If British passport holders are already in Ecuador and want to stay longer than 90 days, they pay to extend their stay by an extra 90 days.
MoreThey must apply for an extension before the first 90-day period ends. |
| Egypt | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 30 days | GOV.UK advice |
| El Salvador | Visa not required | 6 months | GOV.UK advice |
| Equatorial Guinea | eVisa | – | GOV.UK advice |
| Eritrea | Visa required | – | Pre-approved visa can be picked up on arrival.GOV.UK advice |
| Estonia | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Eswatini | Visa not required | 30 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Ethiopia | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 90 days | Visa on arrival is obtainable only at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. e-Visa holders must arrive via Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. e-Visa is available for 30 or 90 days.GOV.UK advice |
| Fiji | Visa not required | 4 months | GOV.UK advice |
| Finland | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| France | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Gabon | eVisa | 90 days | e-Visa holders must arrive via Libreville International Airport.GOV.UK advice |
| Gambia | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Georgia | Visa not required | 1 year | GOV.UK advice |
| Germany | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Ghana | eVisa | – | Pre-approved visa can be picked up on arrival.GOV.UK advice |
| Greece | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Grenada | Visa not required | 6 months | Beginning on 1 December 2020, all travellers to Grenada will be required to complete an online application in order to receive a Pure Safe Travel Authorization Certificate to enter Grenada.GOV.UK advice |
| Guatemala | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Guinea | eVisa | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Guinea-Bissau | Visa on arrival | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Guyana | Visa not required | – | GOV.UK advice |
| Haiti | Visa not required | 90 days | Due to security concerns, the UK government advises its citizens to avoid travelling to Haiti.GOV.UK advice |
| Honduras | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Hungary | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Iceland | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| India | eVisa | 30 days | 30 days, 1 year and 5 years of eTourist visa is now available from Indian eVisa. However this service is not available for British citizens of Pakistani origin (i.e. someone with at least 1 Pakistani parent or grandparent).GOV.UK advice |
| Indonesia | e-VOA / Visa on arrival | 30 days | The (Visa on Arrival) costs 500,000 Indonesian rupiah (£25), payable in cash or by card. It is valid for single entry only. Travellers must meet passport validity requirements and have a return or onward ticket. Visas prior to arrival are available online.GOV.UK advice |
| Iran | Visa required | – | British citizens must have their visa stamped in their passport in advance of arrival in Iran. Due to security concerns, the UK Government advises its citizens to avoid travelling to Iran.GOV.UK advice |
| Iraq | eVisa | 30 days | British citizens are no longer able to get a visit visa on arrival in Iraq. They must apply for a visa on the e-visa portal of the Government of Iraq at least 24 hours before travel. The visa costs 160 USD and is valid for 30 days.GOV.UK advice |
| Ireland | Visa not required | Freedom of movement (Common Travel Area). | British citizens have many of the same rights and entitlements as Irish citizensGOV.UK advice |
| Israel | Electronic Travel Authorization | 90 days | Entry refused to anyone who "knowingly issues a public call for boycotting Israel."GOV.UK advice |
| Italy | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Jamaica | Visa not required | 180 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Japan | Visa not required | 90 days | Visitors can travel to Japan for tourism or business for up to 90 days. A visa is given on arrival; it is not necessary to apply before travel.
MoreThe Japan immigration authorities may extend that visa by another 90 days at their discretion. Extensions do not happen automatically and must be applied for. |
| Jordan | eVisa / Visa on arrival | – | Visa can be obtained upon arrival, it will cost a total of 40 JOD, obtainable at most international ports of entry and land border crossings (except King Hussein/Allenby Bridge)GOV.UK advice |
| Kazakhstan | Visa not required | 30 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Kenya | Electronic Travel Authorisation | 90 days | Applications can be submitted up to 90 days prior to travel and must be submitted at least 3 days in advance. eTA fee is 32.50 USD.
MoreProof of reservation at the hotel where visitors plan to stay is required (if staying with friends, an invitation letter is also acceptable). Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if coming from endemic countries. Visitors can also be entered on an East Africa tourist visa issued by Rwanda or Uganda. |
| Kiribati | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| North Korea | Visa required | – | GOV.UK advice |
| South Korea | Visa not required | 90 days | K-ETA exemption until the end of 2026. British citizens can enter South Korea as a short term visit (e.g., tours, visiting relatives or friends, attending simple meetings) up to 90 days without a visa, though they should
Moreremain aware of the quarantine requirements. An onward or return ticket is mandatory. It is illegal to work on a tourist visa, whether as a teacher or in any other capacity. One must be in possession of a Korea Electronic Travel Authorization (K-ETA) to enter Korea visa-free, which can be completed up to 24 hours before boarding a flight, and is valid for 3 years from the date of approval. There is a small, non-refundable charge. |
| Kuwait | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 3 months | GOV.UK advice |
| Kyrgyzstan | Visa not required | 30 days | 30 days within any 60-day period.GOV.UK advice |
| Laos | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 30 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Latvia | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Lebanon | Free visa on arrival | 1 month | Extendable for 2 additional months; granted free of charge at Beirut International Airport or any other port of entry if there is no Israeli visa or seal, holding a telephone number, an address in Lebanon, and a non-refundable return or circle trip ticket.GOV.UK advice |
| Lesotho | Visa not required | 14 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Liberia | eVisa | – | Pre-approved visa can be picked up on arrival.GOV.UK advice |
| Libya | eVisa | 90 days | Due to security concerns, the UK Government advises its citizens to avoid travelling to Libya. Independent travel is not permitted, and visitors must organize their visit through a tour guide.
MoreA tourist police escort is required at all times. An eVisa will not be granted without a sponsor or tour agency. A security letter issued by the Libyan Immigration Authorities may also be required. Holders of passports containing an Israeli stamp or visa will be refused entry in Libya. |
| Liechtenstein | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Lithuania | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Luxembourg | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Madagascar | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 90 days | For stays of 61 to 90 days, the visa fee is 59 USD.GOV.UK advice |
| Malawi | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Malaysia | Visa not required | 3 months | GOV.UK advice |
| Maldives | Free visa on arrival | 30 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Mali | Visa required | – | Due to safety concerns, the UK Government advises its citizens to avoid travelling to Mali.GOV.UK advice |
| Malta | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Marshall Islands | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period.GOV.UK advice |
| Mauritania | eVisa | 30 days | Available at Nouakchott–Oumtounsy International Airport.GOV.UK advice |
| Mauritius | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Mexico | Visa not required | 180 days | Visa stamp (up to 180 days) length determined on arrival.GOV.UK advice |
| Micronesia | Visa not required | 30 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Moldova | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period.GOV.UK advice |
| Monaco | Visa not required | – | GOV.UK advice |
| Mongolia | Visa not required | 30 days | The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia has exempted visas for 34 countries from January 2023 to December 2026.GOV.UK advice |
| Montenegro | Visa not required | 90 days | Must register with the local police station (either through a tourist organization or at hotel reception) within 24 hours of arrival.GOV.UK advice |
| Morocco | Visa not required | 90 days | For periods of longer than 90 days, a resident permit is required and can be issued by the Police Department in place of residence in Morocco.GOV.UK advice |
| Mozambique | ETA / Visa not required | 30 days | Visitors must register their ETA on the e-Visa platform at least 48 hours before travel and pay a processing fee of 48 USD.GOV.UK advice |
| Myanmar | eVisa | 28 days | e-Visa holders must arrive via Yangon, Nay Pyi Taw or Mandalay airports or via land border crossings with Thailand — Tachileik, Myawaddy and Kawthaung or India — Rih Khaw Dar and Tamu.
Moree-Visa available for both tourism (allowed stay is 28 days) or business purposes (allowed stay is 70 days). |
| Namibia | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 3 months / 90 days | Can be obtained online or on arrival for a fee of N$1,600 (approximately €82 / US$88).GOV.UK advice |
| Nauru | Visa required | – | In addition of a visa, an application should be obtained by email via the Directorate of Immigration.GOV.UK advice |
| Nepal | Online Visa / Visa on arrival | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Netherlands | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| New Zealand | Electronic Travel Authority | 6 months | May enter using eGate. International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy must be paid upon requesting an Electronic Travel Authority.
MoreHolders of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa or Resident Return Visa may be granted a New Zealand Resident Visa on arrival permitting indefinite stay (pursuant to the Trans-Tasman Travel Arrangement), subject to meeting character requirements and obtaining an Electronic Travel Authority prior to departure. Such travellers are not required to pay the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy. |
| Nicaragua | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Niger | Visa required | – | Due to security concerns, the UK Government advises its citizens to avoid travelling to Niger.GOV.UK advice |
| Nigeria | eVisa | 30 days | Pre-approved visa can be picked up on arrival.GOV.UK advice |
| North Macedonia | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Norway | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Oman | Visa not required / eVisa | 14 days / 30 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Pakistan | eVisa | 3 months | GOV.UK advice |
| Palau | Free visa on arrival | 30 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Panama | Visa not required | 90 days | As of 2024, British nationals entering Panama now have a 90 day (3 month) tourist visa stamped in their passport to mark entry to Panama.
MoreExtensions are not normally allowed unless an application is made to change immigration status within the 90 days (business, marriage). maximum amount of time that British passport holders can stay in Panama as a tourist is three (3) months. If they want to stay longer than three months, they may extend their stay by applying for an extension through the Offices of Immigration in Panama. (Panama embassy U.K.); British nationals don't need a visa to visit Panama except if arriving by sea. |
| Papua New Guinea | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 60 days | Visa on arrival is only available at Port Moresby Airport. e-Visa is available at Gurney Airport (Alotau), Mount Hagen Airport, Port Moresby Airport and Tokua Airport (Rabaul).ℹ Also required 9 November 2026: Since 1 October 2025 all travellers must complete a Digital Arrival Card online before arrival. (UK FCDO)GOV.UK advice |
| Paraguay | Visa not required | 90 days | British passport holders do not need a visa to visit Paraguay. Normally permission to stay for 90 days on arrival. Staying for another 90 days, check with the Paraguayan Immigration Department (in Spanish).GOV.UK advice |
| Peru | Visa not required | 183 days | Visa stamp (up to 183 accumulated days within a 365 day period) length determined on arrival.GOV.UK advice |
| Philippines | Visa not required | 30 days | A tourist visa is available from the Philippine Embassy before travelling, which will allow an initial total of 59-day stay. For longer periods, a visa extension is available once inside the country from the Bureau of immigration.GOV.UK advice |
| Poland | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Portugal | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Qatar | Visa not required | 30 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Romania | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Russia | Visa required | – | Due to security concerns, the UK Government advises its citizens to avoid travelling to Russia.GOV.UK advice |
| Rwanda | Visa not required | 30 days | Can also be entered on an East Africa Tourist Visa issued by Kenya or Uganda.GOV.UK advice |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | Electronic Travel Authorisation | 6 months | ℹ Also required 9 November 2026: All visitors must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) before travel. (UK FCDO)GOV.UK advice |
| Saint Lucia | Visa not required | 6 weeks | GOV.UK advice |
| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | Visa not required | 6 months | GOV.UK advice |
| Samoa | Entry permit on arrival | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| San Marino | Visa not required | – | GOV.UK advice |
| São Tomé and Príncipe | Visa not required | 15 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Saudi Arabia | Electronic Travel Authorization | 6 months | e-Visa / Visa on arrival can also be obtained.GOV.UK advice |
| Senegal | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Serbia | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Seychelles | Electronic Border System | 3 months | Application can be submitted up to 30 days before travel. Visitors must upload a reservation confirmation(s) for each visitor's location of stay in Seychelles.
MoreYellow fever vaccination certificate is required if coming from endemic countries. Payment of the fee (EUR 10) by credit or debit card. Valid for one journey only and it expires once exit the country. |
| Sierra Leone | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 3 months / 30 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Singapore | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Slovakia | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Slovenia | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Solomon Islands | Free Visitor's permit on arrival | 3 months | GOV.UK advice |
| Somalia | eVisa | 30 days | All visitors must have an approved Electronic Visa (eTAS) before the start of their journey.GOV.UK advice |
| South Africa | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| South Sudan | eVisa | – | Obtainable online 30 days single entry for 100 USD, 90 days multiple entry for 200 USD and 180 days multiple entry for 350 USD. Printed visa authorization must be presented at the time of travel.
MoreDue to security concerns, the UK government advises its citizens to avoid travelling to South Sudan. |
| Spain | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Sri Lanka | ETA | 30 days | Sri Lanka introduced an ETA valid for 30 days.GOV.UK advice |
| Sudan | Visa required | – | The UK government advises against all travel to Sudan due to the ongoing military conflict in Khartoum and other parts of the country, widespread violent crime, and a high threat of terrorism, kidnapping, enforced disapp
Moreearances, and unlawful arrest. Khartoum International Airport is closed. While Port Sudan Airport is the only civilian airport operating international flights, it is subject to drone attacks and at high risk of intermittent closure. The British Embassy in Khartoum is closed, and consular support in Sudan is severely limited, with no in-person assistance available. The UK government is no longer evacuating people from Sudan, and any attempts to leave the country are at the individual's own risk. |
| Suriname | Visa not required | 90 days | An entrance fee of USD 50 or EUR 50 must be paid online prior to arrival. Multiple entry e-Visa is also available.GOV.UK advice |
| Sweden | Visa not required | 90 days | 90 days within any 180-day period in the Schengen Area.GOV.UK advice |
| Switzerland | Visa not required | – | UK citizens do not require an entry visa for Switzerland for either short stays or for long stays (over 90 days).GOV.UK advice |
| Syria | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 30 days | Due to security concerns, the UK Government advises its citizens to avoid travelling to Syria.GOV.UK advice |
| Tajikistan | eVisa | 60 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Tanzania | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Thailand | Visa not required | 30 days | If not arriving by air, British citizens are only permitted two visits per year.ℹ Also required 9 November 2026: All foreign visitors must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card online, within 3 days before arrival (since 1 May 2025). (UK FCDO, Government of Canada)GOV.UK advice |
| Timor-Leste | Visa on arrival | 30 days | Visa on arrival is only available at the Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport or at the Dili Sea Port.GOV.UK advice |
| Togo | eVisa | 15 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Tonga | Free visa on arrival | 31 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Trinidad and Tobago | Visa not required | – | GOV.UK advice |
| Tunisia | Visa not required | 3 months | GOV.UK advice |
| Turkey | Visa not required | 3 months | 90 days within any 180-day period.GOV.UK advice |
| Turkmenistan | Visa required | – | 10-day visa on arrival if holding a letter of invitation provided by a company registered in Turkmenistan with a prior approval from the Foreign Ministry.
MoreVisitors can apply to extend their stay for an additional 10 days. When transiting between two non-bordering countries, visitors can obtain a Turkmenistan transit visa for a five-day stay. This must be applied for in advance at the Turkmenistan Embassy. Visitors must also submit copies of the visas for the country of entry into Turkmenistan and the country of departure from Turkmenistan. Visa fee is 20 USD. |
| Tuvalu | Free Visa on arrival | 1 month | GOV.UK advice |
| Uganda | eVisa | 3 months | Can also be entered on an East Africa tourist visa issued by Kenya or Rwanda.GOV.UK advice |
| Ukraine | Visa not required | 90 days | Due to ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, the UK Government advises its citizens to avoid travelling to Ukraine.GOV.UK advice |
| United Arab Emirates | Visa not required | 90 days | Individuals wishing to stay longer may make a request with the Immigration Officer at the airport or contact the local General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs at least 3 days prior to the expiry date.GOV.UK advice |
| United States | Visa Waiver Program | 90 days | ESTA is valid for 2 years from the date of issuance. ESTA is also required when entering the country by cruise ship or land. A Form I-94 is required for entry into the United States by land.
MoreIt carries a $30 fee and can be obtained either online or upon arrival. Visa required for nationals of VWP countries who have travelled or been present in Iran, Iraq, Libya, North Korea, Somalia, Sudan, Syria or Yemen at any time on or after 1 March 2011 or Cuba at any time on or after 12 January 2021, or nationals of VWP countries who are also nationals of Iran, Iraq, North Korea, Sudan or Syria. Exceptions apply if the travel was in military or diplomatic service of the VWP country. |
| Uruguay | Visa not required | 90 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Uzbekistan | Visa not required | 30 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Vanuatu | Visa not required | 120 days | GOV.UK advice |
| Vatican City | Visa not required | – | |
| Venezuela | Visa not required | 90 days | Entry is visa-free on a 'tourist card', issued on arrival. A return or onward travel ticket must be shown.
MoreExtensions of up to 90 days can be arranged at any SAIME (immigration service) for a fee and must apply before one's tourist card and stamp expire. One can only apply for or extend their (residency permit) at the main SAIME office in Caracas. |
| Vietnam | Visa not required | 45 days | A single entry e-Visa valid for 90 days is also available.ℹ Also required 9 November 2026: Since 15 April 2026 travellers arriving at Ho Chi Minh City airport (SGN) are encouraged to complete a digital arrival card online before arrival. (UK FCDO)GOV.UK advice |
| Yemen | Visa required | – | Due to security concerns, the UK Government advises its citizens to avoid travelling to Yemen.
MoreSeparately, Yemen introduced an e-Visa system for visitors who meet certain eligibility requirements (group travel of 10 or more people, business trips, and transit etc.). |
| Zambia | Visa not required | 30 days | British citizens are eligible for a universal (KAZA) visa allowing access to Zimbabwe.GOV.UK advice |
| Zimbabwe | eVisa / Visa on arrival | 1 month | British citizens are eligible for a universal (KAZA) visa allowing access to Zambia.GOV.UK advice |
Frequently asked questions
How many countries can British passport holders visit without a visa?
Of the 193 destinations in this table, 111 need no visa, 12 issue a visa on arrival, 17 offer an eVisa or a visa on arrival, 29 require an eVisa applied for online, 11 require an online travel authorisation and 13 require a visa in advance (0 have other or special arrangements). The counts come from Wikipedia's table, last edited 8 November 2026, with aifly's corrections applied.
Do British citizens need a visa for the United States?
For British passport holders: Visa Waiver Program, allowed stay 90 days. ESTA is valid for 2 years from the date of issuance.
Do British citizens need a visa for Thailand?
For British passport holders: Visa not required, allowed stay 30 days. If not arriving by air, British citizens are only permitted two visits per year. All foreign visitors must complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card online, within 3 days before arrival (since 1 May 2025).
Sources and licence
Visa table: adapted from Wikipedia contributors, “Visa requirements for British citizens”, revision 1384511376 (last edited 8 November 2026), licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. aifly reformatted it, removed footnote markers, shortened long notes behind “More” and added the rows marked ✔, ℹ or ⚠ from the official sources linked in each row. The visa table on this page is available under the same licence, CC BY-SA 4.0.
See every passport on the visa requirements by passport page.