No transit visa in London when traveling from Canada - still valid during COVID?

I and my husband will be traveling from Canada to Russia and back through London Heathrow (long layovers both ways). We have Canadian study and work permits and we are Russian citizens. Normally, with a Canadian permit, we would be able to leave the airport without a transit visa and go to London if we have a second leg of the flight within 24 hours. Does this rule still apply during COVID times or was it changed?

Best Answer

TWOV is still applicable to your circumstances. However, if you enter the UK you will need to follow the rules on quarantine. Neither Canada nor Russia are currently on the list of exempt countries. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-how-to-self-isolate-when-you-travel-to-the-uk/coronavirus-covid-19-how-to-self-isolate-when-you-travel-to-the-uk

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Do Canadians need transit visa in London?

You need to apply for a Standard Visitor visa if you're staying in the UK for more than 48 hours.

Do I need transit visa for connecting flights London?

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.

Can a Canadian citizen travel to UK without visa?

If you are a Canadian citizen, you do not need a visa to enter the United Kingdom but may need to carry specific documentation when crossing the border. If you are not a Canadian citizen, you may need a visa to enter Canada whether you are travelling for business, pleasure, or study.

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