Do I need a visa to visit United Kingdom with a China passport?
Visa required
Key entry notes
Visa not required if holding a valid Irish visa endorsed with BIVS.
Entry permitted only if first point of entry to the Common Travel Area is in Ireland.
Visas are issued for 2,5 or 10-year validity period for holiday and business purposes.
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Visa not required for transit up to 48 hours if holding a valid US, Canada, Australia (physical sticker visa required), New Zealand, Ireland (Biometric visas only), and Schengen (D visa or residence permit only) visa or permanent residence permit.
Need to depart from or fly to these countries and territories if not remaining airside, either directly or via reasonable routes.