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Europe Travel Information
Europe is the second-smallest continent, and it could be described as a large peninsula or as a subcontinent. Europe is the western portion of the Eurasian landmass and is located entirely in the Northern Hemisphere. Several larger islands belong to Europe, such as Iceland or the British Isles with the UK and Ireland.
Air Travel
What is the main airline in Europe?
What is Europe’s biggest airline?
What are Europe’s 5 airports?
1 | Heathrow Airport | LHR |
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2 | Charles de Gaulle International Airport | CDG |
3 | Amsterdam Airport Schiphol | AMS |
4 | Frankfurt am Main International Airport | FRA |
5 | Istanbul Atatürk Airport | IST |
What are the biggest airports in Europe?
- London Heathrow Airport, UK. …
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, France. …
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, the Netherlands. …
- Frankfurt Airport, Germany. …
- Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport, Spain. …
- Barcelona–El Prat Josep Tarradellas Airport, Spain. …
- Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport, Rome, Italy.
What is Europe’s prettiest airport?
Gstaad airport in Switzerland is located in the region of Berne in Southern-West Switzerland. To reach Gstaad airport your plane will have to fly over and between the Alps, ensuring you a very beautiful moment with an amazing view on the snowy mountains during winter!
Rail
Is Rail Europe the same as Eurail?
What happened to Rail Europe?
Is there a train for all of Europe?
What is the most scenic train ride in Europe?
- Flåm Railway, Norway.
- West Highland Line, Scotland.
- Rome to Palermo, Italy.
- Mariazellerbahn, Austria.
- Stockholm to Narvik, Sweden-Norway.
- Glacier Express, Switzerland.
- Mainz to Koblenz, Germany.
- Nice to Digne-les-Bains, France.
How much is a Eurail pass 2022?
The average price for a single country is $144 and the prices go up from there when more countries are added on. The costs for a Global Pass start at $453. This allows 10 flexible days of travel which can be used over a two-month period and typically fits travel up to 11 destinations.
Roads
Which country in Europe has the best roads?
Why are European roads smaller?
What are E roads in Europe?
Ports
What are the 10 largest ports in Europe?
What is the biggest port in Europe?
The port area is 105 km2. The port is located on the North Sea in the Rhine-Meuse Delta. From the 1960s to 1986, it was the busiest port in the world.
What are the largest container ports in Europe?
- Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM)
- Port of Antwerp (BEANR) …
- Port of Hamburg (DEHAM) …
- Port of Piraeus (GRPIR) …
- Port of Valencia (ESVLC) The port of Valencia (Spain) is one of the key ones in the Mediterranean Corridor. …
Europe Key Facts
Area
With an area of 10.2 million km² (3,938,000 sq mi), Europe is 20% larger than the contiguous United States. The European Union has an area (without the UK) of over 4.23 million km² (1.6 million sq mi)
How many countries are there in Europe?
Europe is shared by 50 countries. By the conventional definition, there are 44 sovereign states or nations in Europe. Not included are several countries namely Turkey, which occupies only a small part of East Thrace on the European Balkan Peninsula.
Cyprus, an island in the Mediterranean Sea, is geographically part of Asia Minor (Middle East).
The Faroe Islands, an island group between the Norwegian Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean are a self-governing territory of the Kingdom of Denmark.
Greenland, which geographically belongs to North America, is as well an autonomous Danish territory.
Kosovo is a partially recognized state in the Balkans.
A small piece of Western Kazakhstan is also considered to be part of Europe.
Population
An estimated 747 million people live in Europe. The most populous country in Europe is the European part of Russia with a population of 110 million people, followed by Germany with 83 million citizens, and Metropolitan France with 67 million inhabitants (in 2020).
Member States of the European Union:
Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands. Portugal, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
New Member States of the European Union:
Croatia (became the 28th member of the European Union in 2013), the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, and a divided Cyprus became union members in May 2004.
Bulgaria and Romania became union members in January 2007.
The UK is on its way out of the EU (29 March 2019, or 12 April 2019, or maybe later)
Countries in customs union with the EU:
Andorra, San Marino and Turkey, are in a customs union with the EU. Relations between the Principality of Monaco and the European Union are primarily conducted through France.
EU candidate countries:
Albania, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia and Turkey are considered candidate countries.
Accommodation in London, England, Europe
What hotels in London offer an especially good breakfast?
For hotels in London that serve up a highly-rated breakfast, try 41, The Lanesborough, Oetker Collection and The Ritz London
How much is a hotel in London, England for this weekend?
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in London this weekend is £207 or, for a 4-star hotel, £255. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in London for this weekend cost on average around £558 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
How much is a hotel in London for tonight?
On average, it costs £173 per night to book a 3-star hotel in London for tonight. You’ll pay on average around £231 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in London will cost around £539 (based on Booking.com prices).
What hotels in London have nice views?
Shangri-La The Shard, London, Royal Lancaster Londonand The Lanesborough, Oetker Collection have received great reviews from travellers in London regarding the views from their hotel rooms.
What hotels in London are good for couples?
These hotels in London are highly rated by couples: 41, The Beaumont Hotel and Bankside Hotel, Autograph Collection.
How much does it cost to stay in a hotel in London?
On average, 3-star hotels in London cost £91 per night, and 4-star hotels in London are £117 per night. If you’re looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in London can on average be found for £199 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
What are the best hotels to stay in London?
Pan Pacific London, Vintry & Mercer and The Savoy are some of the popular hotels in London.
What are the best hotels in London near The Shard?
Some of the best hotels in London near The Shard include Shangri-La The Shard, London, Cheval Three Quays at The Tower of London and Vintry & Mercer.
What are the best hotels in London near London Gatwick Airport?
Travellers who stayed in London near London Gatwick Airport (LGW) have said good things about Sofitel London Gatwick, Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport and Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport.
Which hotels in London, England are good for families?
Many families visiting London loved staying at 41, The Connaught and Claridge’s.
Book Hotels, Guest Houses & Villas in Europe
Hotels in Europe are spread around the State within the territory of 17.9 kilometers, while 66 hotels are located directly in the city center. We have 16 Guest Houses available to Book in Europe and 66 Hotels listed available for Booking right now.
- Discount Hotels in Cyprus
- Guest Houses in France
- Bed and Breakfast in Germany
- Cheap Hotels in Greece
- Ireland Hotels with Restaurant
- Hotels in Alabama with Gym
- Italy Hotels with Swimming Pool
- Spa Hotels in Malta
- Pets Allowed Hotels in Denmark
Hotels in Europe by Country
We have listed Hotels in Europe by Country, select a country in Europe to view the latest Hotel Deals.
- Albania
- Andorra
- Armenia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Bosnia
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czechia
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Georgia
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Kazakhstan
- Kosovo
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Montenegro
- Netherlands
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Russia
- San Marino
- Serbia
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Turkey
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom (UK)
- Vatican City (Holy See)
Hotels in Europe by Hotel Name
We have listed Hotels in England by Hotel Name, select a hotel in England to view the latest Deals.
- Antoniel Suites – Malta
- Hostellerie Stafelter – Luxembourg
- Old Town Trio – Lithuania
- Hotel Cēsis – Latvia
- Hotel Diamond Prishtina – Kosovo
- Hotel Lutetia – Paris, France
- Eden Hotel Amsterdam – Netherlands
- Son Cleda – Spain
- Park Grand – Kensington London
- Jorvik House – York
- Betica Hotel Rural – Portugal
- Hotel Neuer Fritz – Berlin, Germany
Healthcare
The EU complements national health policies by supporting local EU governments to achieve common objectives, pool resources and overcome shared challenges. In addition to formulating EU-wide laws and standards for health products and services, it also provides funding for health projects across the EU.
EU health policy focuses on protecting and improving health, giving equal access to modern and efficient healthcare for all Europeans, and coordinating any serious health threats involving more than one EU country. Disease prevention and response play a big part in the EU’s public health focus. Prevention touches many areas such as vaccination, fighting antimicrobial resistance, actions against cancer and responsible food labelling.
Two dedicated agencies support national governments on health issues. The European Centre for Disease Prevention & Control assesses and monitors emerging disease threats to coordinate responses. Meanwhile, the European Medicines Agency manages the scientific assessment of all EU medicines’ quality, safety and efficiency.
National Health Service
Healthcare for UK nationals visiting the EU
How to get state healthcare when you’re on holiday or travelling to a country in the EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland.
This information is about visiting the EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland. There’s different guidance for healthcare if you’re:
When you travel to an EU country or Switzerland you should have either:
- a UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC)
- a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)
You should also have travel insurance with healthcare cover.
An EHIC or GHIC is not a replacement for travel insurance. Make sure you have both before you travel.
Each healthcare system is different, and in some countries you’ll need to pay to have treatment.
Apply for a GHIC
A GHIC lets you get medically necessary state healthcare in Europe at a reduced cost or sometimes for free.
If your EHIC is still in date, you do not need to apply for a new GHIC.
They’re both valid if you’re travelling to an EU country or, if you’re eligible, in Switzerland.
Apply for a GHIC for free on the NHS website.
Visiting Switzerland
You can use your GHIC or EHIC in Switzerland to get state-provided, medically necessary healthcare at a reduced cost (or sometimes for free) if you are a:
- UK national
- Swiss national
- EU citizen
- refugee
- stateless person
- dependant or survivor of someone with one of these nationalities or statuses
You can only use your GHIC or EHIC in Switzerland if one of the above applies to you – even if you can use your GHIC or EHIC in the EU.
You may also be asked to show evidence of your nationality when accessing healthcare using a GHIC or EHIC in Switzerland.
Visiting Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein
You can use a UK passport to get medically necessary healthcare in Norway.
GHICs and most UK EHICs are not valid in Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. Make sure you take out travel insurance with medical cover for your trip.
You may not have access to free emergency medical treatment and could be charged for your healthcare if you do not get health cover with your travel insurance.
Visits that started in 2020 and end in 2021
If you started your visit to Iceland or Liechtenstein before 1 January 2021, your UK EHIC entitlements will continue until you leave that country.
Who can use a UK-issued EHIC
Some people can get a new UK-issued EHIC which is valid for visits to Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein.
You’ll be able to apply if you’re:
- an EU, Norwegian, Icelandic, Liechtenstein or Swiss national, and started living in the UK before 1 January 2021
- receiving a UK State Pension or some other ‘exportable benefits’, and started living in the EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein or Switzerland before 1 January 2021
- a ‘frontier worker’ (someone who works in one state and lives in another), and started being one before 1 January 2021, for as long as you continue to be a frontier worker in the host state
- an eligible family member or dependant of one of the above
Apply now for your new UK EHIC on the NHS website.
UK students using an EHIC
If you started living and studying in Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein before 1 January 2021, you need to apply for a new UK-issued EHIC.
This entitles you to medically necessary state healthcare until the end of your course.
Using your EHIC or GHIC
An EHIC or GHIC covers state healthcare, not private treatment.
With an EHIC or GHIC you can get emergency or necessary medical care for the same cost as a resident in the country you’re visiting. This means that you can get healthcare at a reduced cost or for free.
Find out what your card covers in each country. You can select the country you are planning to visit from the drop-down list.
An EHIC or GHIC is not a replacement for travel insurance – it does not cover everything, such as mountain rescue or being flown back to the UK (medical repatriation). Make sure you have both before you travel.
You’ll need to pay in full for treatment if you do not have an EHIC, GHIC or provisional replacement certificate (PRC).
The following European countries do not accept the EHIC or GHIC:
- the Channel Islands, including Guernsey, Alderney and Sark
- the Isle of Man
- Monaco
- San Marino
- the Vatican
If you do not have your EHIC or GHIC with you
You’ll need to apply for a Provisional Replacement Certificate (PRC) if you need treatment and you do not have your EHIC or GHIC, or your card is lost or stolen abroad.
Call the Overseas Healthcare Services. This is part of the NHS Business Services Authority (BSA).
NHS Overseas Healthcare Services
Telephone: +44 (0)191 218 1999
Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm
Travelling with a health condition
Buy travel insurance with healthcare cover for your condition. Your EHIC or GHIC will cover medically necessary treatment.
If you need to have treatment while you’re abroad, you may need to pre-arrange it. For example, if you need dialysis or oxygen treatment. Speak to your doctor in the UK for advice before you travel.
You cannot take some products prescribed for health conditions with you into the EU. These include special food required for medical reasons containing meat or dairy. There are some exemptions. Read more about taking animal products, food or plants with you into the EU on the Your Europe website.
UK prescriptions can be used in Ireland and Spain. You cannot use a UK prescription elsewhere in the EU.
Bringing medicine with you
Before you travel, make sure you either:
- take enough medication to last the duration of your trip
- can get any medicine you need in the country you’re going to
Check with the embassy, high commission or consulate for the country you’re visiting about local rules on any specific medicines.
You need a letter to prove your medicine is prescribed to you if it contains a ‘controlled drug’. You may need to show this at the border when you’re entering or leaving the UK.
You may also need a licence for controlled drugs if:
- your trip is longer than 3 months
- you’re travelling with more than 3 months’ supply
Read more about travelling with controlled medicines.
Read guidance from NaTHNaC on best practice when travelling with medicines.
Getting prescriptions
If you need to get prescribed medicine while you’re away, speak to a pharmacist in the country you’re visiting. You may need a prescription from a local doctor.
You may have to pay something towards the cost of your prescription.
If you have an EHIC or GHIC, you should pay the same as a citizen of the EU country you’re visiting, or a Swiss citizen if in Switzerland. Make sure your prescription is from a state-approved doctor in the EU and Switzerland.
Crime
Homicide rate in Europe 2020, by country
Tourism
Which country in Europe is best for tourism?
- France – 89.4 million visitors. …
- Spain – 82.7 million visitors. …
- Italy – 62.1 million visitors. …
- Turkey – 45.7 million visitors. …
- Germany – 38.8 million visitors. …
- United Kingdom – 36.3 million visitors. …
- Austria – 30.8 million visitors. …
- Greece – 30.1 million visitors.
Why tourism is popular in Europe?
What is the number 1 tourist attraction in Europe?
Which month is best for Europe trip?
Is it safe to tour Europe?
What is the most visited city in Europe?
Countries in Europe
- Albania
- Andorra
- Armenia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Bulgaria
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czechia
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Georgia
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Kazakhstan
- Kosovo
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Moldova
- Monaco
- Montenegro
- Netherlands
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Russia
- San Marino
- Serbia
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Turkey
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom (UK)
- Vatican City (Holy See)
Museums & Galleries
Below is our top 10 list of Museums in Europe:
- 1. Louvre Museum, Paris, France
- 2. National Museum in Prague, Czech Republic
- 3. Acropolis Museum, Athens, Greece
- 4. Art History Museum, Vienna, Austria
- 5. The Prado, Madrid, Spain
- 6. The Museum of the Second World War, Gdansk, Poland
- 7. Viking Ship Museum, Oslo, Norway
- 8. Orsay Museum, Paris, France
- 9. The British Museum, London, United Kingdom
- 10. Anne Frank House, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
World Heritage Sites
How many World Heritage Sites are in Europe?
What are the 7 heritage sites?
- Nubian Monuments, Egypt. …
- Kathmandu Valley, Nepal. …
- Cape Floral Region, South Africa. …
- Machu Picchu, Peru. …
- Great Barrier Reef, Australia. …
- Bruges, Belgium. …
- Yellowstone National Park, USA. …
- The Great Wall, China.
Which part of Europe is a Unesco World Heritage Site?
Which country has 12 World Heritage Sites?
National Parks
How many national parks are in Europe?
What is the most visited national park in Europe?
Leading national parks in Europe in 2021 (index score)
National park name (Location) | Index score |
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South Downs (United Kingdom) | 88 |
Sarek (Sweden) | 88 |
Where is the biggest national park in Europe?
Located in the south of Iceland, get ready to be immersed in ice, volcanoes, glaciers, cliffs, craters and waterfalls. It’s actually the largest national park in Europe and is made up of three parks in one: Jökulsárgliúfur National Park, Caldera of Askja and Skaftafell National Park.
What is the best park in Europe?
- Disneyland Paris. The most popular theme park in Europe, Disneyland Paris attracts nearly ten million visitors per year. …
- PortAventura Park, Spain. …
- Europa-Park, Germany. …
- Tivoli Gardens, Denmark. …
- Parc Astérix, France. …
- Gardaland Resort, Italy. …
- Alton Towers, UK. …
- Ferrari Land, Spain.
Travel Requirements
You may need to do extra things before you travel to an EU country, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein, such as:
- check your passport
- check if you need a visa and how long you can stay without one
- get travel insurance that covers your healthcare
- check you have the right driving documents
- organise pet travel – contact your vet at least 1 month before you go
Check the travel advice for the country you’re visiting for the latest information.
Travelling for work or business – including carrying goods to sell
There are more things to do if you’re travelling for business – for example:
- providing services (even with a charity)
- touring for art or music
- taking goods to sell – even if it’s a small amount or you’re selling to a friend or relative
Because of coronavirus (COVID-19), read the advice for travelling during the pandemic before you plan your trip.
Passports: check if you need to renew
How much time you need on your passport depends on the country you’re visiting. Check the travel advice for the country you want to travel to – read the entry requirements section.
You may need to renew your British passport before you travel if there’s not enough time left on it.
If you’re travelling to Ireland, you can continue to use your passport as long as it’s valid for the length of your stay.
Healthcare: check you’re covered
If you’re travelling to an EU country
Your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) or Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) will be valid if you’re travelling to an EU country.
If you’re travelling to Switzerland
There are different rules for using your GHIC or EHIC card in Switzerland.
To use your GHIC or EHIC in Switzerland, you must be one of the following:
- a British national
- a Swiss national
- an EU citizen
- a refugee
- a stateless person
- the dependant or survivor of someone with one of these nationalities or statuses
If you’re travelling to Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein
In Norway you can use a UK passport to get medically necessary healthcare (for example emergency treatment or to treat a pre-existing condition).
If you’re travelling to Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein, you should get appropriate travel insurance with healthcare cover before you travel. Make sure it covers any pre-existing conditions that were previously covered by your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC).
You can read advice on buying travel insurance with the right cover.
Who can apply for a new EHIC
Some people can apply for a new UK EHIC that they can use in EU countries, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein.
People who can apply for the new card include:
- nationals from the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein who started living in the UK before 1 January 2021, and their families
- some British State Pensioners who started living in the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein before 1 January 2021, and their families
- UK students who started living and studying in the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein before 1 January 2021
Entering other countries
Border control: you may have to show your return ticket and money
At border control, you may need to:
- show a return or onward ticket
- show you have enough money for your stay
- use separate lanes from EU, EEA and Swiss citizens when queueing
Your passport will be stamped.
Taking meat and dairy products into the EU
You cannot take the following with you into the EU:
- meat or products containing meat
- milk or dairy products
There are some exceptions, for example certain amounts of:
- powdered infant milk
- infant food
- special food for the dietary management of a diagnosed disease, disorder or medical condition
- pet food required for medical reasons
Check the rules about taking meat and milk products into the EU on the European Commission website.
Taking fruits, vegetables, plants and plant products into the EU
You cannot take the following into the EU unless you pay to have them inspected before you leave and get a ‘phytosanitary certificate’:
- fresh fruit (apart from bananas, coconuts, dates, pineapples and durians)
- vegetables
- plants
- plant products
Check the rules about taking fruit, vegetables and other plants or plant products into the EU on the European Commission website.
Find out how to get a phytosanitary certificate.
Driving
If you’re taking your own vehicle, you’ll need valid vehicle insurance and a UK sticker.
You might also need an international driving permit (IDP) to drive in some EU countries and Norway if you have:
- a paper driving licence
- a licence issued in Gibraltar, Guernsey, Jersey or the Isle of Man
Check with the embassy of the country you’ll be driving in.
Pet travel: allow at least 1 month to arrange
You cannot use the existing pet passport scheme. Instead you’ll need an animal health certificate (AHC) for your pet. Allow at least 1 month to arrange this and relevant vaccinations.
Follow the guidance for taking your pet dog, cat or ferret abroad.
Free mobile roaming: check with your phone operator
The guarantee of free mobile phone roaming throughout the EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway has ended.
Check with your phone operator to find out about any roaming charges you may have to pay.
A new law means that you’re protected from getting mobile data charges above £45 without you knowing.
Once you reach £45, you need to opt in to spend more so that you can continue using the internet while you’re abroad. Your phone operator will tell how you can do this.
Compensation if your travel is disrupted
Some travel insurance policies only cover certain types of disruption. Check your provider’s terms and conditions to make sure you have the cover you need if your travel is cancelled or delayed.
Your consumer rights have not changed since 1 January 2021. This means that if your travel is cancelled or delayed you may be able to claim a refund or compensation. Check your booking’s terms and conditions to find out more.
If the travel company you’ve booked through goes out of business
You’re protected if you buy a package holiday and the company goes out of business. You get this cover even if it’s an EU company, as long as the company sells to UK customers.
Otherwise, you can claim compensation if you used your credit card to buy it – you’ll be able to claim for payments between £100 and £30,000.
If you live in the EU or you’re an EU citizen
There’s different guidance if you’re:
Covid Information
Most governments have implemented special entry and exit restrictions and requirements for their territory due to COVID-19. These measures can be imposed suddenly and may include:
- entry or exit bans
- quarantine
- mandatory proof of vaccination or COVID-19 testing
- suspensions or reductions of international transportation options
Foreign authorities might not recognize or accept proof of vaccination issued by Canadian provinces and territories. You may need to obtain a translation, a notarization, an authentication, or the legalization of the document.
Before travelling:
- verify if the local authorities of both your current location and destinations have implemented any restrictions or requirements related to this situation
- consider even your transit points, as there are transit rules in place in many destinations
- monitor the media for the latest information
- reconfirm the requirements with your airline or tour operator
The situation could disrupt your travel plans. You should not depend on the Government of Canada for assistance to change your travel plans.
Useful links
- Travel restrictions and health requirements – United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and International Air Transport Association (IATA)
- Foreign Representatives in Canada
Every country or territory decides who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.
We have obtained the information on this page from the British authorities. It can, however, change at any time.
Verify this information with the Foreign Representatives in Canada.
Check your Passport and Travel Documents before you travel
You may need to do extra things before you travel to an EU country, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein, such as:
- check your passport
- check if you need a visa and how long you can stay without one
- get travel insurance that covers your healthcare
- check you have the right driving documents
- organise pet travel – contact your vet at least 1 month before you go
Check the travel advice for the country you’re visiting for the latest information.
Travelling for work or business – including carrying goods to sell
There are more things to do if you’re travelling for business – for example:
- providing services (even with a charity)
- touring for art or music
- taking goods to sell – even if it’s a small amount or you’re selling to a friend or relative
Because of coronavirus (COVID-19), read the advice for travelling during the pandemic before you plan your trip.
Passports: check if you need to renew
How much time you need on your passport depends on the country you’re visiting. Check the travel advice for the country you want to travel to – read the entry requirements section.
You may need to renew your British passport before you travel if there’s not enough time left on it.
If you’re travelling to Ireland, you can continue to use your passport as long as it’s valid for the length of your stay.
UK Emergency Travel Documents
UK Emergency Travel Documents (ETDs) aren’t valid for entry into the USA or transit through the USA on an ESTA. If you’re planning to enter or transit through the USA using an ETD, you must apply for a visa from the nearest US embassy or consulate before you travel, which may take a number of days, or hold a valid lawful permanent resident card (often referred to as a ‘green card’), which you must have with you on arrival. UK ETDs issued in the USA are valid for exit from the USA.
Visa Requirements
How long you can stay without a visa
You do not need a visa for short trips to EU countries, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein if both of the following apply:
- you’re staying for 90 days or less in a 180-day period
- you’re visiting as a tourist or for certain other reasons
Other reasons include:
- studying a short course
- getting medical treatment
- travelling for business for your UK employer, for example to attend a business meeting or conference
- journalism or other media activities
Check the entry requirements of the country you’re visiting to find out what you can and cannot do during your stay.
Other visas
There may be another visa that’s right for you based on your circumstances. Check if you need a visa and what other visas you’re eligible for.
Weather
What is the weather like in Europe?
Where is hottest in Europe now?
Hottest Cities in Europe.
High °F | 72.1 |
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High °C | 22.3 |
City | Valletta, Malta |
Low °F | 58.8 |
Low °C | 14.9 |
What months are best for Europe?
Which country in Europe has best weather?
Travel Safety
- You should exercise common sense and look out for suspicious behaviour, as you would in Australia.
- International terrorists have staged attacks in the UK. The UK Government’s terrorism threat level is “substantial”, meaning it assesses an attack is likely. Islamic extremism, extreme right-wing ideology and the status of Northern Ireland contribute to the threat. Always be alert to terrorism. Take official warnings seriously.
- Avoid areas where protests are occurring due to the potential for disruption and violence. Monitor the media for information and updates. Follow the instructions of local authorities.
- Petty crime occurs. Beware of pickpockets in tourist areas, at restaurants and bars, and on transport. Take care when using ATMs and credit cards.
- There have been incidents of spiking and acid attacks across the UK. Be alert.
Foreign travel checklist
Read our foreign travel checklist to help you plan for your trip abroad and stay safe while you’re there.