Do I need a UK transit visa if I have Ireland's GNIB/IRP card? [duplicate]

I have Stamp 4 on my IRP card in Ireland(formerly GNIB) and working full-time here. I am traveling from Dublin to Delhi via Heathrow Airport in London and would be changing terminals at the airport.

So, my question is, do I need to apply for a UK transit visa. My colleagues have gone via the same route and they said to me that a UK transit visa isn't necessary if you have an IRP card but just wanted to make sure.

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Best Answer

You might have a look at the information provided by London Heathrow Airport on their website. They do have a personalized guide (you enter arriving flight number and leaving flight number, and it will tell you how to do the transfer.

If that does not answer the question, you might contact the immigration services at LHR; they definitely should know what you would need.

It seems to be possible (if needed) to get a 24 hour transfer visa at arrival (but for that you will have to prove that you are indeed a transfer passenger.

Finally, if your trip is on the same ticket (booking reference), you may also check with the airline.

Have a good flight!

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Do I need transit visa for UK if I have Irish visa?

You do not need a UK visitor visa if: you have a valid visa for the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man. you have a valid Irish biometric visa (marked 'BC' or 'BC BIVS' in the 'Remarks' section)

Can I travel to UK with IRP card?

No, an Irish Residence Permit does not allow the holder to travel to the UK or any other European country to which an Irish citizen can. The entry requirements for other countries still depend on your passport, so make sure to check the requirements of the country you want to travel to.

Can I travel with my IRP card?

A. Non-nationals who wish to travel outside Ireland after January 15 2022 must be in possession of a physical valid IRP card to re-enter the State. A soft copy of your IRP card is not acceptable for travel. If you stay beyond this date, and do not have a new, physical card, you will need a visa.

Do I need UK transit visa?

If you are passing through a UK airport while on the way to another country, you may need a UK transit visa. Transit visas are required by some nationals who are passing through the UK en-route to another country within 24 or 48 hours.

UK VISAS FAQs: UK TRANSIT VISAS

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