What, if any, immigration controls can be expected on a domestic flight within the UK?

I'm a person who has overstayed their UK visa and wants to visit a solicitor to attempt to regularize my status in the country. Given that the solicitor is located in Scotland and I'm living in London, flying is the most convenient method of travel.

Would it be unwise to travel by plane between England and Scotland to visit him? What immigration checks are usually performed at UK airports for domestic flights?

Best Answer

There will normally be no immigration checks at all when flying domestically, although at Heathrow and Gatwick you will be photographed at security.

At least at Heathrow and Stansted, Border Force officers occasionally perform spot checks after security, though with a domestic boarding pass you should not be asked for travel documents.

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Do domestic flights go through immigration UK?

If you're coming in on a domestic flight then you don't need to worry about immigration as you'll be able to head straight through to baggage reclaim. Flying internationally? You'll need to come through UK border control.

Can you fly domestically in the UK without a passport?

If you are flying solely within the UK, including Northern Ireland, you do not need a passport but we advise that you carry photographic identification with you when travelling, such as your passport or driving licence. This may be requested at certain points in your journey.

How is immigration done at airport?

At immigration counters in Indian airports, the queue is usually long. At the counter, an officer will be verifying the passenger's passport and visa and might ask a few questions about the end destination. After verification, the passport is stamped with the departure date from India for the ongoing trip.

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