Do I need to apply for a UK transit visa when I have a visitor visa? [duplicate]

I am a Chinese passport holder currently living in the Netherlands with a Dutch residence permit. I will fly from Amsterdam to London, and immediately transit from there to Hong Kong. Lugguage would be checked through directly to Hong Kong.

According to the website, I need to apply for a UK direct transit visa.

However, I am currently holding a UK visitor visa, valid for 6 months and for multiple entry. Do I still need to apply for a separate transit visa to get on board in Amsterdam?

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Best Answer

No. A visitor visa gives you all the same entitlements that a transit visa does, plus many more. In other words, transit is a "feature" included in the visitor visa.

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Is transit visa same as visitor visa?

In general, tourist visas are issued to those who plan to vacation in the country, while transit visas are issued to those who are passing through en route to another destination.

Do I need transit visa for connecting flight in UK?

You might need a Visitor in Transit visa if you're: changing flights in the UK on your way to another country. going through UK border control, for example to check in your luggage for a connecting flight. leaving the UK within 48 hours.

Can I enter multiple times on a UK visitor visa?

If you need a visa, you must apply for a Standard Visitor visa before you arrive in the UK. Your visa will be multiple entry, so you can leave during breaks and return to the UK using the same visa as long as it is valid.

Do you need a transit visa for connecting flights?

A connecting flight follows a route from point A to point B with a stop in point C (in this case, you will need a transit visa).

UK Transit Visitor Visa 2022 and UK Airside Transit Visa 2022 Requirements and Eligibility

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