Citizens of all the countries of Europe – other than Albania, Romania, Bulgaria and the republics of the former Soviet Union (with the exception of the Baltic States) – can enter Britain with a valid passport only, generally for up to three months. US, Canadian, Australian and New Zealand citizens can enter the country for up to six months with a valid passport. All other nationalities require a visa, obtainable from the British Consular office in the country of application.
For stays of longer than six months, US, Canadian, Australian and New Zealand citizens should apply to the British Embassy or High Commission. If you want to extend your visa, you should write, before the expiry date given on the endorsement in your passport, to: The UnderSecretary of State, Home Office, Immigration and Nationality Dept, Lunar House, Wellesley Road, Croydon CR9 2BY (tel 0181/686 0688), enclosing your passport or National Identity Card and form IS120 (if these were your entry documents).
