Will I require a transit visa to travel to Antigua from Gatwick [duplicate]

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I will be travelling to Antigua to cover the first cricket test match between India and West Indies.

Will I require a transit visa as I have to change airport from Heathrow to Gatwick, as my flight to Antigua is from Gatwick?



Best Answer

You will need to apply for a "Visitor in Transit visa"

Leaving the airport Apply for a Visitor in Transit visa if you’ll be going through UK border control but leaving the UK within 48 hours.

You can also apply for a long-term Visitor in Transit visa if you can prove you need to frequently pass through the UK over a longer period.

Fees Direct Airside Transit visa (DATV) - £32 Visitor in Transit visa - £59

please refer to the following link and note the cost may vary (still that is mentioned on the uk gov website)

Visa to pass through the UK in transit




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Do you need a transit visa for Antigua?

'In-transit' passengers travelling within the same day, who normally require a visa, do not need a visa for entry into Antigua and Barbuda, provided that they have proof of their onward journey, and they do not leave the 'controlled space' of the airport.

Do you need a visa when taking a connecting flight?

Re: Do I Need A Visa For A Connecting Flight Through The US? Yes. There is no transit at US airports and you will need to clear both Immigration and Customs at your first point of entry into the US regardless. You will need either an ESTA or a Visa.

How do I know if I need a transit visa?

For example, you may be required to get a transit visa if: You are changing transport in a country to travel to another destination. You are leaving within a short time from your arrival. You are not eligible for an automatic visa or visa waiver based on your nationality.



Transit Visa To Visa Free Countries




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