Getting into and staying the UK for 6 months or less as an American [duplicate]

If I am an American and want to come to the UK for an extended visit, have plenty of money saved, and plan to be a "tourist," do I require a return ticket, or can I just buy a one-way ticket? I have a place to stay, with a friend, and plan to stay as long as my passport allows (up to 6 months or less). In that situation, what would you recommend?

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Best Answer

Before last year we would say that you should expect a lot of scrutiny at the border if you arrive without a return ticket and say you want to stay for the maximum allowable time, but if you can prove your finances are such that you do not need to work while in the UK (or, preferably, ever again in your life) and you can support yourself, then you would probably be OK.

These days you'll just swipe through the ePassport gates and you're unlikely to speak to immigration at all, but there is a small chance that the gates will kick you out to see a human being. In that case, the above applies.

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How long is a US citizen allowed to stay in the UK?

You can visit the UK as a Standard Visitor for tourism, business, study (courses up to 6 months) and other permitted activities. You can usually stay in the UK for up to 6 months. You might be able to apply to stay for longer in certain circumstances, for example to get medical treatment.

Can a US citizen stay longer than 6 months in the UK?

You may be able to extend your stay as long as the total time you spend in the UK is no more than 6 months. You must meet the eligibility requirements and pay the \xa31000 fee. For example, if you have been in the UK for 3 months, you can apply to extend your stay for 3 more months.

What does a US citizen need to enter the UK?

You must have a valid passport to enter the UK. It should be valid for the whole of your stay. You may also need a visa, depending on which country you're from.

How soon can I reenter the UK on tourist visa?

The earliest you can apply is 3 months before you travel.

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