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Visa Requirements for British Passport Holders: Every Country A–Z

Visa requirements by passport
Where can British passport holders travel, and what do they need?

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.

111 No visa needed12 Visa on arrival17 eVisa or visa on arrival11 Travel authorisation (apply online)29 eVisa (apply online)13 Visa required
Where this comes from. The table is adapted from Wikipedia’s Visa requirements for British citizens (article last edited 8 November 2026), which is maintained by volunteers and cites government sources. aifly corrected or added to 4 rows from official sources; those rows are marked ✔, ℹ or ⚠ with the date each was checked. Entry rules change without much notice: confirm with the destination’s embassy or official e-visa site before you book.
Entering the Schengen area: EES (checked 17 July 2026)

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 is not in operation yet (checked 20 September 2026)

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

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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.

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According to HPI (Henley Passport Index) methodology pre-departure government approval, like eVisitor manual processing is not considered as visa free.

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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

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R), and the e-Visa valid for 90 days to make several (multiple) entries (100 EUR).

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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.

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For longer periods advice must be sought before travelling from the Bolivian Embassy in London.

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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).

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Extension 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).

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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

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flights 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.

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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.

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If they plan to work, or stay for a longer period, the visitor must consult the Costa Rican Embassy in the UK.

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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.

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They must apply for an extension before the first 90-day period ends.

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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.

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The Japan immigration authorities may extend that visa by another 90 days at their discretion. Extensions do not happen automatically and must be applied for.

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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.

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Proof 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.

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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

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remain 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.

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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.

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A 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.

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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.

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e-Visa available for both tourism (allowed stay is 28 days) or business purposes (allowed stay is 70 days).

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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.

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Holders 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.

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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.

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Extensions 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.

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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.

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Yellow 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.

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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.

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Due to security concerns, the UK government advises its citizens to avoid travelling to South Sudan.

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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

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earances, 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.

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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.

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Visitors 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.

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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.

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It 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.

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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.

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Extensions 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.

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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.

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Separately, 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.).

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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.

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