This section explains what requirements you must meet to be allowed to enter, or pass through, the United Kingdom, and what you can expect when you travel through the border. It is important for those who are traveling to the UK whether on a short or long term understand the rights and responsibilities of their visit.

The UK Border Agency (UKBA) is responsible for protecting the United Kingdom border so that authorised travellers can pass freely. UKBA do this through the work of visa staff overseas, and the immigration and customs checks carried out by UKBA border force at ports and airports.