Travelers to the UK can enter and remain in the country for up to six months at a time by using the EVW UK. The application procedure has been created to make obtaining the authorization quicker and easier.

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London

Do you need an EVW to enter the UK?

An electronic visa waiver (EVW) is an alternative to a visa available to citizens of the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Oman, or Qatar. From June 1, 2022, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia citizens can apply for an EVW.

An EVW will cost you £30.

You can stay in the UK for up to six months with an EVW if you're there for business, study, or medical treatment purposes. If you're traveling for some other reason, verify if you'll require a visa.

Read more information about the EVW for the UK.

UK EVW Requirements

It is crucial to meet the UK online visa waiver conditions to submit an EVW application. You must have a valid passport from an EVW-eligible country. Make sure you have a valid credit or debit card to pay the EVW fee. Also, provide a current email address where the authorized EVW UK can be sent.

There are personal information criteria specific to the UK Visa Waiver program that applicants must meet as well. For instance, Passport information, location in the UK where they'll be staying, and detailed travel information, including arrival and departure dates and times.

Upon arrival, visitors visiting the UK will need to show their passport and the approved visa waiver, which should be printed out.

To enter the UK with an EVW, the traveler must use the same passport as was used to apply for the visa. If you're traveling with dual nationality, keep this in mind.

Travel information: London Itinerary

One of the world's most exciting cities, London has a wealth of attractions for visitors, including museums, palaces, parks, historic landmarks, and world-class theatre.

Making travel plans to London can be difficult, especially for first-timers, confronted with so many choices. If you have two days to visit London, this London itinerary will help you not miss the city's highlights.

Day 1

Tower of London

The Tower of London, which houses the English Crown Jewels and has been the site of numerous important historical events, including the execution of the people judged guilty by the authorities at the time, is the perfect place to begin your London trip. Although less bloody these days, you can enjoy seeing the monarch's crown and take a tour of the white castle at its heart.

I recommend arriving at the Tower as soon as it opens, at 9 a.m., to skip the crowds to the crown jewel. You need an entry ticket; however, it is included in the London Pass. You can also book tickets online in advance.

HMS Belfast

A short walk from Tower Bridge on the south bank brings you to HMS Belfast, which is permanently docked on the River Thames. Historic warships like this one, administered by Imperial War Museums, are a must-see for military enthusiasts and anyone interested in boats.

Built soon before World War II, this Royal Navy Light Cruiser served in WWII and the Korean War before retiring in 1963. Her history and operational life on board have made her one of London's most famous tourist attractions since 1971. The entry is ticketed, and you can buy it online from their website.

Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey is among the most gorgeous churches in the United Kingdom. There have been seventeen royal weddings, and most British monarchs since 1066 were crowned in this location.

One of the most sought-after burial locations in the United Kingdom, Westminster Abbey is also the final resting place for some of the most notable persons in British history. Even if you have no interest in the Royal family or the buried dead, you cannot help but be captivated by this magnificent gothic-style architecture.

Day 2

Kensington Palace

Starting with Kensington Palace, you'll spend your second day in London exploring some of the area's most notable attractions. Since the 17th century, Kensington Palace has served as a royal residence, and Queen Victoria was born here. With Princes William and Harry in possession, you can't go inside the private home, but you can see the State Rooms.

The palace is unquestionably famous among tourists and was announced open for all by Queen Victoria in 1899. There are four separate themed tours of the palace, each focusing on a different aspect of the castle's history. After that, you can have a hot drink and a sandwich at a nearby café before continuing with your day's activities.

V&A Museum

Your next trip is to the Victoria and Albert Museum, also known as the V&A.  With almost two million pieces spanning 5,000 years of human history in its collection, the world's greatest museum of decorative arts and design is open to the public for free (though special exhibitions often charge a fee). As you might guess, there's a lot to take in here, and you could easily spend a few days exploring everything there is to see and learn.

Buckingham Palace

Your last for the day is Buckingham palace. You have plenty of options to do in Buckingham palace, depending on your travel time. I recommend visiting in the afternoon, after seeing all the attractions. In that way, you can avoid the crowd due to guard-changing events and will have a pleasant experience. But, if you want to experience the event, you need to change the time of your visit to the middle of the day.

In the summer, you may explore parts of Buckingham Palace. These trips last roughly two hours and operate pretty late into the evenings, so you could easily do this at the end of the day. But make sure you book in advance for the tickets.